Do you regularly compare yourself to others and think that you’re better than them? Maybe you think you’re smarter/kinder/more beautiful than people around you, which gives you confidence to walk through life and take what you want. But wait, if you think you’re better than everyone else, you’re fooling yourself. There’s always going to be someone better than you, so it pays being humble. Here are 14 reasons why you think you’re better than everyone else and why you’re not. Sorry, not sorry.
1. You’re Used To Getting Your Way.
You might think you’re better than everyone else, which is why you feel entitled to having the best things in life. Maybe your parents treated you like a princess and gave you everything you wanted when you threw a tantrum. Yikes. Since then, you’ve walked through the world expecting everyone to meet your needs. SMH. The world doesn’t work that way!
2. You’re Eye-Catchingly Beautiful.
When you walk into a room, you feel everyone’s eyes on you. It’s a powerful feeling to know that you’re attractive and people either want to be you or date you. But wait. There are so many different types of beautiful and not everyone’s going to treat you like Miss Universe. Besides, being full of yourself makes you arrogant, which can actually make you less attractive to others.
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4. You’re Really Popular.
Maybe you’re a popular person who gets lots of attention and takes the lead in your social circle because people seem to listen to you. This can go to your head, making you think that you’re better than your friends and other people who wish you’d be friends with them. Look, even if you’re as popular as Paris Hilton, popularity doesn’t mean anything real, like that you’re good at anything worthwhile.
5. You Speak Five Languages.
Being able to speak multiple languages is awesome, there’s no doubt about that. It can open doors for you in the future and it makes you skilled at communicating in different countries. But, it doesn’t mean you should think you’re all that and a bag of chips because you’ve learned extra languages. Don’t use them to speak down to others.
6. You’re A Pro At Something.
Maybe you’re highly talented at something, such as tennis, running track, or singing. People give you tons of praise for this, which has given you the feeling that you’re better than everyone else around you. But here’s the thing: everyone is talented at something. Don’t be rude or put them down. They might not sing as well as you, but maybe they can kick your butt at acting, cooking, or writing.
7. You’re Always Striving To Be Perfect.
You’re a perfectionist who doesn’t settle for less. But are you sure you’re not giving people exceptionally high demands that are unrealistic, which makes them feel bad? Just because you’re someone who’s stressing to the point of exhaustion to complete a task, it doesn’t mean you’re better than others. In fact, it might be the case that people who don’t kill themselves to be perfect have more going for them.
8. You’re In Your Dream Job.
It’s amazing to see all your hard work pay off so that you can live your dream, right? But look, although you’ve achieved your dream, it really doesn’t give you the right to look down on others who haven’t been so lucky or who haven’t had the opportunities that you’ve had to make their lives amazing.
9. You’re Loaded.
Maybe you grew up in a rich family or you’ve earned the bucks you have today. Whatever the case, having money doesn’t mean you can stroll through the world expecting people to treat you like you’re special. Here’s the thing: money’s great and all, but it doesn’t mean that someone who has a lot of it is rich in intelligence, kindness, or class. It also doesn’t determine your self-worth. That’s the truth!
10. You Think You’re Always Right.
You might think that your views and opinions are always right, and other people are thinking or behaving in an incorrect way. Yikes, this probably causes loads of drama in your life. The thing is, you might feel self-righteous, but that doesn’t mean other people are going to respect you. In fact, they might want to get away from you. Your way isn’t the only way. Instead of stubbornly thinking you can do no wrong, open your mind to other ways of thinking and being.
11. You’re Different From People Around You.
Maybe you’re quite different from people in your family or the friends you surround yourself with. It’s awesome to celebrate your uniqueness, but it doesn’t make you more or less special than other people. Thinking you’re better than others because you’re different doesn’t make any sense. Everyone has something different about them!
12. You’re incredibly Arrogant.
While you might describe yourself as confident, you could be giving other people arrogant vibes because you think you’re more capable than them. You might lack a sense of self-awareness that causes you to ignore your flaws and focus on your positive traits. That’s great and all, but don’t let it cloud your eyes so you don’t appreciate what other people bring to the table.
13. You Have A High IQ.
If you’ve scored high on an IQ (Intelligence Quotient) test, you might throw that number around as proof that you’re smart. While it’s cool to have a high IQ, it’s not an overall assessment of your intelligence, plus it’s not the same thing as having street smarts. There are also different types of intelligence. The bottom line: don’t think it means you’re Einstein, okay?
14. You’re A Brilliant Manipulator.
Do you boast about getting your way or persuading others with your charm? Yikes. Although you might think this makes you smart, manipulating people isn’t anything to brag about. It’s a low and dirty way to treat people and it pushes them out of your life. Don’t be surprised when your manipulative tactics make you end up lonely and depressed.
15. You’re A Rule-Breaker.
Although breaking the rules can be good, like when you break the harmful dating rules that keep you miserable, if you’re full of yourself because you think rule-breaking makes you special, it actually doesn’t. You might risk getting hurt or hurting others because of your daredevil attitude, like if you’re driving under the influence. Not cool! If you want to break the rules, that’s your baby, but don’t make people feel stupid for not wanting to follow suit.
