Your Potential vs. You

Measuring where you are and what your potential is, is simply one of the most fundamental things one should do. Constantly.

Evaluating yourself again other people is a waste of time and generally counter-productive. 

Evaluating yourself against what you can and should be is very productive. But not only the evaluation part, the action after the evaluation.

Living up to your potential or striving to your potential is a something that can provide fulfillment, happiness and and a rewarding life. Generally, if you are doing it right, others will directly and indirectly benefit from your pursuit of your highest potential.