Comparison culture is rife, especially in motherhood and it can do a number on your self-esteem. So, how do you stop comparing yourself? Author and journalist Melissa Wilson discusses her experience and shares some top advice. 

 

WANT MORE FROM MELISSA?

To hear today's full interview, where she discusses whether motherhood is good for women’s mental wellbeing...search for Extra Healthy-ish wherever you get your pods.

For more on Mel’s book Parenting in Progress (HarperCollins, $34.99) see here. You can catch her @melwilson_journo. 

 

WANT MORE BODY + SOUL? 

Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au for your daily digital dose of health and wellness.

On social: Via Instagram at @bodyandsoul_au or Facebook. Or, TikTok here. Got an idea for an episode? DM host Felicity Harley on Instagram @felicityharley. 

In print: Each Sunday, grab Body+Soul inside The Sunday Telegraph (NSW), the Sunday Herald Sun (Victoria), The Sunday Mail (Queensland), Sunday Mail (SA) and Sunday Tasmanian (Tasmania). 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.