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Example 1: Career + Promotions
Maybe the person you are jealous of is a co-worker who seems to constantly get promoted while you stay at the same professional status within your organization. Hence, maybe it is time to look at yourself and question why you are consistently not promoted.
What actions are you demonstrating that could be preventing you from reaching your full potential at your current job? Figure this out and while you do, let go of the jealousy.
Example 2: The Perfect Home
Maybe the person you are jealous of has a beautiful home compared to your place. Take action, and make a new decision. Find a better place to live that you find beautiful; this could also mean taking control of your finances by making healthier decisions that will positively benefit your financial situation.
Example 3: The Perfect Body
Maybe the person you are jealous of has a perfect body, and you often experience feelings of self-hate or dislike towards your own body. Maybe it’s time to start taking better care of your body by consistently eating right and engaging in exercise that will help chisel your body the way you want it to look. Side Note: If the person you are jealous of has a perfect body due to plastic surgery, don’t waste any more of your time nor energy on them; it’s not even fair play anymore.
Example 4: Romance + Relationships
Maybe the person you are jealous of seems to have their romantic life altogether, and you are miserably single or struggling within your romantic relationship. The first step is finding happiness within your singleness or focusing on the positive aspects of your current romantic relationship. The second step is to implement positive changes into your relationship or singleness and do the best you can to help make your romantic relationship and/or the relationship you have with yourself the best it can be. If you are still experiencing a miserable romantic relationship after you do all of these things, then leave. Some relationships aren’t meant to last forever, and some relationships are simply not healthy to stay in. Make a new decision, be happy, and be satisfied in the area of romantic relationships.
Example 5: Financial Success
Maybe you are a person who is jealous of that one friend who seems to be more financially successful compared to you. First off, don’t compare yourself to your friends. Second off, what can you do right now to improve your financial status (e.g., stop going out so much, stop using credit cards, cease spending more than you earn, apply for and obtain a better paying job, handle your finances prudently, save more)?
Example 6: Happiness
Maybe your jealousy is that you can’t stand when people are happy and energetic all the time. What this means is, you probably have some darkness, negativity, or depressive-like symptoms within you. Are you consistently unsatisfied, unhappy, or lethargic? Do you feel that your life has a purpose? Do you know what your life purpose is?
Answer these questions honestly and navigate, within your heart, what you need to do next so you can live a more emotionally balanced and content lifestyle.
Example 7: Exploration + Travel
Maybe you feel jealous about a close someone who lives in different places and travels the world frequently. Do you feel that you have a lack of freedom regarding mobility within your life? Do you feel a lack of freedom within your life period? When is the last time you traveled? Do you want to continue living in the place you are living now; are you happy with it? If not, what is preventing you from moving? Maybe it is time for you to live somewhere new. Maybe it is time for you to start setting aside money each month to travel. But it just might be time for you to make a new decision regarding the geographical component of your life. Maybe it is time to find out ways to increase your freedom; maybe you need to let go of some old thoughts, feelings, and beliefs tying you down.
Final Note
Remember, jealousy doesn’t have to have a negative connotation; often, jealousy is just a sign that we need to make a new decision or look within ourselves to work out the personal issues we are experiencing. Jealousy often signifies that we need to grow and act. So, grow and ACT starting today.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.