By Emma Varvaloucas — 2015
Jealousy and envy occupy a unique space on the spectrum of emotion in that they are simultaneously ubiquitous and invisible.
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Social media has created a world in which everyone seems ecstatic—apart from us. Is there any way for people to curb their resentment?
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Here’s what jealousy means, what healthy jealousy can look like, what causes it, and how to deal.
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Jealousy is not always rational and it doesn’t discriminate, so what causes this exceptionally strong emotion?
Jealousy and envy are emotions that everyone experiences from time to time (whether it be in the context of friendships, romance or work), but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to deal with these feelings.
Learn to recognize and cope with envy and jealousy
Jealousy is a complex emotion that encompasses feelings ranging from suspicion to rage to fear to humiliation. It strikes people of all ages, genders, and sexual orientations, and is most typically aroused when a person perceives a threat to a valued relationship from a third party.
I’m the first to admit that for many years, I was a bit emotionally needy. Not in a crazy, desperate way, but in the way that many of us are. I wanted someone else to make me happy, blamed others for my unhappiness, sought to fulfill my emotional needs through others.
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If you are in a relationship, it is natural to feel a little jealous at times, especially if you have very strong feelings for your partner. Occasional jealousy is okay and may even add a little excitement and zest to the relationship.