I wish I never compare myself with others. I wish.

I wish I could say that I’m fully authentic. And grounded. That I wake up every morning driven purely from within, and guided by purpose. That I reflect only on what truly matters, untouched by ego or selfish desires.

I wish.

Yes, I’m driven by purpose—but also by more ego than I would admit.

Yes, I’m focused on my journey—but I compare myself with others more than I would acknowledge.

Yes, I care about others—but I care about my own interests more than it appears.

I wish I were truer. More stoic. More real.

But I’m grateful to know I’m not quite there—because somehow, knowing how far I am from the ground keeps me close to it.