Hey friend,
It’s tough to not compare ourselves to others but always remember that what we see of people is only what they allow us to see. Someone is always going to be better looking, more successful, funny etc etc etc..Just the way it goes. The best advice I could give to you is…give advice to yourself. By that I mean: Imagine if a friend of yours came to you and expressed the same problems..compared themselves to other people and felt inferior etc. What would you say to them? I’d have to imagine you’d say something like “don’t be silly, you’re awesome! You have so much going for you. You’re a great person and it’s pointless to do this to yourself”. We are so harsh to ourselves sometimes and we don’t ever realize it. Treat yourself like a friend. Give yourself the friendly advice that you give to those you love. The most beautiful person in the room has insecurities as well. To desire is to suffer. I truly believe that. There is nothing more attractive, empowering, awe inspiring than being yourself. Being totally comfortable with yourself.

As far as your apartment is concerned, light a candle, breathe and think of your apartment as a friend. Your friend is keeping you warm in the winter, cool in the summer, it’s keeping the rain off of your head and yes, it might not be the most beautiful apartment “in the room” but it’s your apartment. It’s doing the best it can with what it has and you should recognize that because maybe you’re judging your place just like you may judge/criticize yourself. Make peace with what you have because it’s not written anywhere that you SHOULD have anything. Just let things be as they are. If you wish to improve something, that’s fine but go about it in a caring way. Don’t be too harsh on yourself and your things, after all, they’re YOUR things. They all found their way into your life so appreciate them for what they’re doing for you and teaching you everyday.

hope that helps

-G