How (and why!) other people have the power to affect our self-esteem

Evelyn Marinoff
Sep 8, 2018 · 5 min read

Have you had that one childhood friend that you did almost everything together with?

If so, you’ve probably often heard your parents compare you to her/him (mine did): “Look at Jane (John)–how come they are doing better in school, at sports, at playing the piano?” or “Why can’t you be more like Jane (John)?”

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