Able Quote by Eknath Easwaran
“I have never been able to understand the compelling phrase, 'keeping up with the Joneses.' It does not matter very much whether I keep up with Tom Jones or anybody else; what is important is to keep up with myself by making my today a little better than my yesterday.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Man Who Has No Title by Robin Sharma, 2010
Self‑improvement outweighs social comparison; focus on personal progress rather than matching others.
In simple terms: Improve yourself, not others.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize daily personal growth.
Themes
self‑improvement
personal growth
comparison
mindset
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
self‑help
When to use this quote
- career development
- habit building
- goal setting
- mental health
Key Concepts
growth mindset
self‑efficacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure personal improvement without external reference?
- What daily habit helps you outdo yesterday?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting external benchmarks can reduce social awareness.
