Comparisonitis

A Guide to Finding Happiness in a Social Media World

By: Melissa Ambrosini

Narrated by: Melissa Ambrosini

All it takes is the hint of someone doing or having something you perceive as 'better' than you, and it hits. A feeling takes over - intense, blinding, gutting. Your brain starts spinning with toxic thoughts about yourself (or others), and you're left feeling ashamed, guilty and even worthless.

It's called comparisonitis. And if you've suffered from it, you're not alone.

Comparisonitis is a contagious, socially transmitted condition that occurs when you compare yourself to others so frequently and fiercely that you're left paralysed, with your confidence in tatters and your self-worth plummeting. It may sound trivial, but this affliction can have serious adverse effects on our mental health, leading to depression, anxiety, overthinking and regret.

To make matters worse, our comparison culture is only expanding. Thanks to social media, we have more opportunities to compare ourselves than ever before, and even kids are falling into the trap.

From best-selling author Melissa Ambrosini, Comparisonitis puts this toxic condition under the microscope, unpacking the symptoms and offering practical tips you can start using immediately to break the cycle of comparison, free up mental bandwidth and live life on your own terms.

Described as a 'self-help guru' by Elle magazine, Melissa has experienced the effects of comparisonitis first hand, having worked extensively in industries like acting, modelling and dancing where comparison culture is not only rampant but openly encouraged.

Melissa knows all too well how comparisonitis is infecting our minds and hurting our hearts, and in this audiobook, she'll help you heal from this disease, liberate your headspace and raise your self-worth so radically that you'll never let comparison rob you of your joy and happiness again.

©2021 Melissa Ambrosini (P)2021 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Critic reviews

"Melissa is a total inspiration." (Madeleine Shaw)

Like a warm hug!!

This book is beautiful! Melissa’s book, Mastering Your Mean Girl, changed my life 3+ years ago as one of my FIRST personal development books. I recommend it often! This book here feels like a WARM HUG! I am listening on audible. Melissa’s voice is heavenly & her words are inspiring! I absolutely recommend this book for every women, as I think we ALL suffer comparisonitis!!!

Another great book by Melissa!

Loved it! Took away so many pearls of wisdom. If you have suffered from comparing yourself to others this book is what you need!

Just what I needed

I absolutely loved this book, it came just when I needed it. It helped me to really see that it's not just me who has struggled with comparisonitis.
Thank you Melissa.

The book is amazing

I would like to thank Melissa Ambrosini for creating that fantastic book to us.That helps me discover that unhealthy type of comparison,which comaprisonitis that can leads some people to suicide,I really enjoyed listening to that beautiful book that helps me a lot.

10/10 highly recommend

I love this book this is the first book I finished in a very long time . Cant wait to read or hear about mastering your mean girl.