ARE YOU FEELING BEHIND IN LIFE? | This Video Will Help

Summary

This video addresses the common feeling of being behind in life due to social comparisons, particularly exacerbated by social media. The speaker explains that societal and cultural standards, not religious ones, create undue pressure to achieve certain milestones. By understanding that everyone has unique circumstances and that true success is measured by personal growth and striving to please Allah, viewers can find peace and contentment in their own journey. The video encourages viewers to focus on their individual paths and reminds them that there is no one correct way to live life or attain Jannah.

Takeaways

• 📉 Comparing yourself to others' milestones can make you feel behind in life.
• 💡 Social comparison theory explains how we evaluate ourselves by comparing to others, leading to feelings of inadequacy.
• 📱 Social media exacerbates feelings of inadequacy due to idealized portrayals of life.
• 🗓️ Cultural and societal standards, along with parental expectations and peer pressure, reinforce the feeling of being behind.
• 🔄 Everyone's life journey is unique; it's unfair to compare different life circumstances.
• 🌟 Islam does not prescribe specific timelines for life events like marriage, children, or career milestones.
• 💪 Embrace your own unique journey and appreciate your individual path.
• 👥 Talking to those you compare yourself to can reveal their hidden struggles and help you feel more content with your life.
• 🙏 Our ultimate purpose is to please Allah, and there are infinite ways to attain Jannah.
• 🛤️ There is no one right way to live life; striving for the highest level of Jannah is what truly matters.

Q & A

Why do people often feel behind in life?

People often feel behind in life because they compare their accomplishments with others, leading to feelings of inadequacy.

What is the social comparison theory?

The social comparison theory suggests that we evaluate ourselves by comparing to others, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy when we engage in upward comparison.

How has social media impacted feelings of being behind in life?

Social media has worsened feelings of being behind in life by idealizing portrayals of life, increasing anxiety, depression, and loneliness.

What are some societal pressures that contribute to feeling behind in life?

Cultural and societal standards, parental expectations, and peer pressure all reinforce the feeling of needing to meet specific milestones, contributing to feeling behind.

Does Islam prescribe specific life milestones like marriage or having children by a certain age?

No, Islam does not prescribe specific life milestones such as getting married, having children, or graduating by a certain age. These pressures are man-made.

Why is it unfair to compare ourselves to others?

It is unfair to compare ourselves to others because everyone has unique circumstances and opportunities, making direct comparisons invalid.

How can constant comparison affect our perception of our own lives?

Constant comparison can lead to missing out on appreciating our own unique journey and opportunities, making us feel ungrateful and dissatisfied.

What should you do when you feel behind in life?

When feeling behind, talk to the people you're comparing yourself to and understand their full picture. This can help you realize that everyone has their own struggles and unique journey.

What is the ultimate purpose of life according to Islam?

According to Islam, the ultimate purpose of life is to please Allah, and there is no single prescribed way to achieve this.

Why is it important to remind ourselves that societal standards do not dictate our success?

It is important because societal standards are man-made and not aligned with the spiritual goals set by Allah, who offers multiple ways to achieve success in life and the hereafter.