A powerful and deeply human idea.

Status anxiety is that quiet, persistent hum in the background of our lives. It’s the fear that we aren’t measuring up, that we’re falling behind, or that others see us as failures because we don’t have the right job, car, house, or lifestyle. It’s disguised coercion because the drawing of invidious comparisons doesn’t feel like force; it feels like choice. Yet, many of us end up in careers, relationships, or lifestyles we resent, simply because they look successful from the outside.

It can be subtle, but if you want to identify status anxiety in your life, this downloadable guide (tip sheet) will help you identify what to look out for.