When You Feel Behind in Life (You’re Not Alone)

Do you ever feel like everyone else is racing ahead while you’re just… stuck?

You scroll through social media and see people getting married, building businesses, traveling the world, or hitting milestones you hadn’t even considered. And somewhere in the middle of that scroll, it hits you — “Am I falling behind?”

If you’ve felt this way, you’re not alone.
But here’s something I’m learning (slowly, but surely): Life isn’t a race. It’s a path — and it looks wildly different for everyone.

Some people bloom early. Others find their rhythm later. And both are okay.

What if the “delay” is actually divine timing?
What if this season is preparing you in ways you can’t see yet?

Instead of comparing timelines, I’ve started asking myself gentler questions:

  • What am I learning right now?
  • What small progress have I made?
  • Am I being kind to myself in this moment?

You’re not late. You’re not behind. You’re becoming — and that takes time.

💬 What about you?
Have you ever felt “behind” in life? What helped you shift your perspective?
Let me know in the comments — I’d love to hear your story. Let’s remind each other we’re doing just fine.


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