"Before we get to those signs, let me try to convince you that you're probably being way too hard on yourself about how well you're doing in life. Start by considering the concept of dysmorphia. You've probably heard the term in relation to eating disorders. In that context, dysmorphia is when you have a distorted picture of your body. You see a much larger person in the mirror than the rest of the world sees when they look at you."
"But dysmorphia doesn't just occur in relation to appearance. One recent poll found that 29% of Americans (and more than 40% of young people) experience "money dysmorphia." That is, even though they're doing objectively okay financially, they constantly feel as if they're falling behind. Financial experts agree that thanks to a firehose of unrealistic images and often dubious money advice online, it's increasingly common for people to have a distorted sense of how well they're actually doing when it comes to money."
Many people pursue external markers of success while struggling to feel successful internally. A focus on future milestones can obscure the experience of growth and daily progress. Several forms of dysmorphia—seeing success, finances, or productivity as worse than they are—contribute to persistent dissatisfaction. Surveys show significant numbers of Americans, especially young people, report 'money dysmorphia' despite objectively adequate finances. Amplified images and questionable advice online exacerbate distorted self-assessment. Recognizing achievements, savoring the learning process, and shifting attention from constant comparison to present progress can reduce chronic undervaluing of accomplishments. Simple practices can help people notice and internalize their progress.
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