Simple Tweaks Make A Difference. It’s very easy to fall into the habit of comparison. We compare our lives to those of our family, friends, sometimes even celebrities. We may wonder why we aren’t achieving our goals fast enough. Please, stop doing that. Life is not linear and there is no way to know you are doing alright if your compass is defined by others. Wake up each day with the hope that you can accomplish some of your best work. At best, start with words of affirmation.