Quoting Post Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic How do you deal with jealousy? Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] Quote: from [mod]marshmellowman[/mod] at 2:40 pm on Aug. 25, 2008[quote]I keep it to myself. I don't want to hurt the people that it affects.[/quote] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post Disposition Posted at 2:39 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 So, when you're jealous about something, or about someone, what do you do about it? Usually, I get really pissed off. I wouldn't say I get jealous about most things, except for things or people that are important to me. Then, if I think I'm in jeporady of losing that person or thing, I get ridiculously angry which is pretty out of character for me. So what do you do when you get jealous, and how do you make it better?

Replies Mieux Posted at 8:23 pm on Aug. 26, 2008 I hardly ever get jealous in the first place, but if I do... First I try to explain to myself why I have no reason to be jealous. For example, let's say I am jealous of a friend who is affluent and can buy stuff that I cannot afford. In such a case, I would remind myself of my philosophy in life: to live with simplicity. I do not need much more money than I need to live. If I can afford necessities, then why would I need anything else? There have been numerous studies that show that rich people are no happier than poor people. Why would I need that money then? To pay for college? Sure that is important; however, I can always apply for more scholarships and take on a job during school. I think that my education would be far more appreciable and meaningful if I had to physically work to pay for it. Not to mention, I would get necessary work experience. I should feel sorry for the affluent people because they will not be able to appreciate a college education as much as I do. Should I be jealous of someone's looks? Why? What is it going to matter when we are all rotting in the ground once we are dead. In fact, I think not looking as attractive as someone else would be a blessing. Maybe then I can find friends that want to be my friends for who I am, not for my status or looks. People will pay more attention to other characteristics that make me who I am. They will listen to what I have to say and care about it. I dunno, maybe that sounds stupid, but that is how I think. That is how I try to eliminate any possible jealousy. Disposition Posted at 3:01 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 Quote: from BikerTeen at 5:52 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 i get one of whatever i am jealous of As one of my friends once stated, " Son, life's gonna be real hard for you." BikerTeen Posted at 2:52 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 i get one of whatever i am jealous of Disposition Posted at 2:43 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 Quote: from HannahE at 5:40 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 i have my wyas of dealing with things. but you gotta do what you gotta do. dont let other people make a big decision for you hun. x It's not that people are making decisions for me, though. It's things that are out of my range of power to change. Bleh, it just frustrates me so much. I know it's ridiculous, but I don't know how to deal with it. lilakforte Posted at 2:42 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 I try my very best to conceal it and try to block whatever it is that's making me feel that way out of my head. Eventually my head cools after about an hour or 2 (if it's that bad! Which is rare). DemolitionxXxLover Posted at 2:41 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 I try to think about people who are in a worse position than myself. HannahE Posted at 2:40 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 i have my wyas of dealing with things. but you gotta do what you gotta do. dont let other people make a big decision for you hun. x The Artery Posted at 2:40 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 Same with me. marshmellowman Posted at 2:40 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 I keep it to myself. I don't want to hurt the people that it affects. moonkin Posted at 2:39 pm on Aug. 25, 2008 Post from this position was omitted due to content violations All 10 previous replies displayed.