We have all experienced moments when we wanted more than anything to “keep up with the Joneses.” This comparison trap is nothing new—our parents dealt with it, their parents dealt with it, and so on and so forth.

The only difference? Fifty years ago, the “Joneses” were just the folks down the street. Now, social media lets us keep tabs on hundreds of Joneses from all over the world—morning, noon, and night.

This kind of exposure to the lives of others can allow a constant yearning for what we don’t have to fester in our hearts. If we aren’t careful, it can breed discontentment as we compare our imperfect lives to the greatest hits of someone else’s.

My guest knows what it’s like to long for the shiny things we see on social media. Kate Strickler is the author of I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen. She’s also the creator behind the extremely popular blog and Instagram account, Naptime Kitchen. 

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How we can pursue joy in our current circumstances
• Some simple mindset shifts we can put into practice today
• How to see our “stuff” as a tool to offer belonging
• And more!

Comparison can easily creep into our hearts. I hope you will be just as encouraged and inspired by this conversation as I was!

Find resources mentioned and more in the show notes: jillsavage.org/kate-strickler-265

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