[limeblack]

> The realization we all need to come to is that our value compared to one another does not determine our worth. The greatest human being is not substantially different from the least human being. And in realizing that the difference between human beings is unsubstantial, the only way to determine your worth as a human is how well you treated your fellows. > Feed a hungry person. Clothe a naked person. Shelter the shelterless. Cheer up the depressed. Comfort the mourning. That's where you'll find validation. That's where worth is derived.

I very much agree with your statement, but wonder how many students force themselves through school by comparing themselves to others.

For so many years, I would push myself in the desire of the shortcomings of others, and success of myself.

Now with this anxiety and comparison gone, I am no were near as committed. My performance has drastically decreased (practically failure in one class), and my selfish hopes have subsided.

Do you have any advice on how to overcome this complacency without comparing myself to others?

School feels insincere and not in agreeance with treating my fellow students kindly.