#How to Deal with Jealous People

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How to Deal with Jealous People: A Comprehensive Guide

Dealing with jealousy can be challenging, especially when it comes from people in our personal or professional lives. Jealousy can lead to negativity, strained relationships, and even affect our overall well-being. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore effective strategies to handle jealous people and maintain a positive mindset. Whether it's dealing with jealous friends, coworkers, or family members, these tips will help you navigate through difficult situations with grace and confidence.

Understanding Jealousy

What Causes Jealousy?

Jealousy often stems from feelings of insecurity or a fear of losing something valuable. It can manifest in various forms, such as envy, resentment, or possessiveness. By understanding the root causes of jealousy, you can approach the situation with empathy and compassion.

Recognizing Jealous Behavior

Identifying signs of jealousy is crucial to effectively dealing with it. Some common behaviours include constant comparison, passive-aggressive comments, undermining achievements, or spreading rumours. Being aware of these indicators will enable you to address the issue promptly.

Strategies to Deal with Jealous People

Cultivate Self-Confidence

One of the most effective ways to deal with jealous people is to build your own self-confidence. When you are secure in your abilities and achievements, the impact of others' jealousy diminishes. Focus on your strengths, set goals, and celebrate your accomplishments to boost your self-esteem.

Respond with Empathy and Understanding

Rather than reacting negatively to jealous individuals, practice empathy. Try to understand their perspective and the underlying reasons for their jealousy. Responding with kindness and compassion can help defuse tense situations and encourage open communication.

Set Boundaries

Establishing clear boundaries is essential when dealing with jealous people. Communicate your limits and expectations firmly but respectfully. By doing so, you can protect your own emotional well-being and maintain healthy relationships.

Avoid Feeding into the Jealousy

Jealousy thrives on attention and validation. Refrain from engaging in negative conversations or fueling the jealousy further. Instead, focus on positive interactions and redirect the conversation towards constructive topics.

Surround Yourself with a Supportive Network

Building a strong support system can help counteract the effects of jealousy. create a support system by surrounding yourself with people who always encourage and uplift you.  Their positivity and understanding will provide a balanced perspective and help you navigate challenging situations.

Practicing Self-Care

Prioritize Your Well-being

Taking care of your mental and physical health is crucial when dealing with jealous people. Engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation. Try to maintain a healthy lifestyle by regularly exercising, eating a balanced meal, and getting quality sleep.

Seek Professional Help if Needed

In some cases, dealing with intense jealousy might require professional guidance. A therapist or counsellor can provide valuable insights and help you develop effective coping strategies. Don't hesitate to seek assistance if you feel overwhelmed or unable to handle the situation on your own.

Conclusion:

Dealing with jealous people can be challenging, but by understanding the underlying causes, employing effective strategies, and prioritising self-care, you can navigate these situations successfully. Remember, it's important to maintain a positive mindset and focus on your personal growth and well-being. By implementing these techniques, you can rise above the negativity and maintain healthy relationships while dealing with jealous people in your life.By following this comprehensive guide on how to deal with jealous people, you will gain the confidence and resilience necessary to handle these situations with grace and compassion.

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[bookalicent]

yeah so this was insane

[alexwilltellyouthings]

*walking around in my house talking loudly to myself* but also we have to consider they likely felt jealous of each other before, charles even recognizes edwin's jealously immediately when crystal is there, so during the whole season not only charles probably assumes edwin's jealously is platonic as it had always been, but also reassures him multiple times he's still the priority and that helps edwin warm up to crystal and not see her as a too much of a threat, EVEN after knowing they kissed, because the important thing is being sure of his place beside charles.

also that probably means charles may even know that what he felt towards monty was jealously but, then again, platonic, because why would it be romantic? how do you know the difference really between that and the fear of being left out, which is exactly what monty was doing to him? *gestures frantically*

[trentcrimminallybeautiful]

im really just. obsessed with the idea of ted and beard's pre-series early friendship. like. from the immediate aftermath of their little les mis tale (how ted might have felt upon realizing what happened, how beard felt when ted showed up and lied for him anyway, what happened literally immediately afterwards, when they were finally alone--does beard confront him, demand in that sort of trying-to-sound-angry-but-it's-just-cracked-and-distressed-and-disbelieving raised high pitched voice why did you do that? i did it, i stole from you, or does he just. sit there, in silence with him, and then quietly apologize? or is it ted that breaks the silence?) to like. beard sticking with him and continuing to get to know him deciding he's giving this man his loyalty forever, and then beard getting to know him properly, seeing the less-than-perfect sides of him, seeing him get irritated or angry or maudlin, helping him when he's at his lowest, too, and while beard still feels deep down like he owes ted--ted, who gave him a chance and gave him love when he had no one and nothing--he now knows him as a full and multi-faceted person, they've helped each other in equal measure and love each other in equal measure and know each other in equal measure. beard willingly opens up and shares--even with his mysteriousness--and ted, too, actually lets himself be at least somewhat vulnerable, moreso than he had with anyone else. beard doesn't think ted's "too much", ted doesn't find beard's beardness offputting. it's not perfect--ted still has a hell of a lot of repression and problems of his own (although beard is no longer blind to them) and beard has issues, too; they don't share everything or have a perfect friendship, but god is it a strong one. and by the time we meet them, they're so in sync and they support each other and know each other better than anyone else.

[anthromimicry]

jandy nelson, i'll give you the sun | jean anouilh tr, by lewis galantière | @soulinkpoetry | trista mateer, the dogs i have kissed | the bible

[amberinn]

Starting to lose my Whit Young kinnie status in that way that i gaf

[rosicheeks]

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[theres-whump-in-that-nebula]

Anyone else pathologically avoid interacting with any art other than your own as a kid because you felt jealousy for others’ success so intensely it registered as physical pain?

[databent]

If it was like, a fucking Choice I wouldn't hate being awake all night nearly as much but when my Accursed Disease puts me on a nocturnal schedule whether I like it or not its just so hard to want to do anything it makes me so mad it fucking sucks. good god. its like seasonal depression cos i sleep right through all the fuckin daylight except i get to experience it every 2-3 weeks all year round:) yay:) kill me

[s-ccaam-era-crepe]

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[a-concert-just-for-me]

I really took being ugly for granted. Now I’m getting hit on by a 75 year old man for some reason. Life is so bizarre.

[harrowharkwife]

it would be cool if talking to my mom could help me feel better for once instead of. making everything worse

[charliesinfern0]

my type is a character that i would like to see flustered

[fappellmoan]

anyway. i am going to be SO incredibly livid and angry and throwing an absolute tantrum on thursday if i dont get good feedback on my script.

[ebitenpura]

Something I've noticed with both versions of Orradiz is that in the early stages of a relationship, he's woefully clueless when it comes to any insecurities of his partner aimed at him. Even when everyone else notices before him.

Nine: Hm? Theron? He's not going to get upset if I have to seduce someone on a mission-- we're spies, he understands.

Theron, one mission later, meeting Kaliyo: that's your EX?!

Nine: oh. (I didn't think he could get jealous).

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Eight: Hm? Jadus? He's in seclusion, don't bother him with trivialities. I can take it from here. There's no need to report on all my activities; i'm sure he doesn't care for the details. (or me).

Watcher 3: ...if you say so, sir.

Jadus, in the middle of buttfuck nowhere: why has he not requested my help. was he not swayed by any of the rewards I could give him. perhaps I was mistaken about the nature of our relationship, as he has not contacted me in many moons. if he is not interested in my power, nor my wealth, I will have to be bolder.

[bumblingbabooshka]

tags from @twlvie : EXAAAAAAACTLY. People need to move beyond writing/portraying Tuvok as just 'Stock Vulcan' or 'Janeway's Long Suffering Friend' because he actually has several things deeply wrong with him that perfectly compliment the several things deeply wrong with her and analyzing their relationship is very fun. Alot of the time I see him portrayed as just 'Vulcan Who is Wise'/'Janeway's Long Suffering Friend' in fandom but his actual personality means so much to me because Janeway DOES like him very much and he DOES return those feelings to the point that he calls her his friend several times [despite claiming that Vulcans don't have friends], calls her 'irreplaceable', allows her to touch him but rarely touches her back. Janeway says she's never minded the distance between her and her crew before the delta quadrant. All of these things are interesting. They have such a strange and specific combination of intimacy and distance in their relationship due to their near consummate professionalism and commitment to rules, regulations, what they should and should not do interpersonally which they both stick to like a code of honor regardless of their own personal desires. Tuvok must behave a certain way as he is Vulcan and Janeway must behave a certain way as she is Captain. They're both sort of looking to one another for reassurance but that gaze has become corrupted wherein Tuvok agrees with her because she's the captain [this comforts him, if it's an order from the captain it's 'right' to carry it out] and Janeway takes his agreement as a moral thumbs up [this comforts her, if the approval comes from Tuvok it must be the right thing to do] even though he's stated and demonstrated to others that he'd follow her orders regardless. Tuvok never thinks of himself as suffering beside a silly reckless human - it's implied that this may have been the case when they first met but they are decades past that point now. Now they are going to kill that goddamn whale together if it's the last thing they do. "If it's you, I can do anything" they think, looking at each other, and a finger on the monkey's paw begins to curl.

People honestly portray Tuvok as far too "rolling his eyes, reluctantly going along with Janeway's silly little shenanigans" - he's literally so serious about being right there with her on every decision she makes. Janeway's like "I'm going to stay behind if the ship blows up" and Tuvok's like "I'm staying with you." Janeway's like "I'm going to deliver every member of the Equinox crew into the jaws of death via an alien revenge massacre" and Tuvok protests a grand total of one time before being fully on the bridge assisting her. He was the only one with her when she made the decision to honor the caretaker's wishes and save the Ocampa, dooming them all. He was willing to get court marshalled in order to fulfill a wish she couldn't grant by her own hand: Get them home [no matter what happens to me] <- wherein 'me' is Tuvok. This was the same wish that spurred him forward when he had to leave her on that planet and everyone left thought him cold for trying to fulfill it without her when in his mind it was akin to a dying wish, the last thing she'd ever express to him: Get them home [no matter what happens to me.] <- wherein 'me' is Janeway. He told Seven that the golden rule to follow is that the captain is "ALWAYS RIGHT" <- (His ACTUAL words) and when Seven asks if the captain should be followed even if someone KNOWS she's wrong he says "Perhaps." This man is perhaps the most ride or die dude in the universe about Janeway. Despite her labeling him her 'moral compass' he is by NO means impartial or unbiased. He'd defend her to his last breath. He canonically makes detailed psychological observations about her and has for years. He accounts for her luck when calculating the success of certain plans. It's implied in 'Twisted' that Janeway typically listens to Tuvok's suggestions and follows them nearly without fail - to the point that he's surprised and obviously irritated when Chakotay doesn't. Despite this they've been inside one another's quarters so infrequently that Tuvok can remember each instance. They call each other "Captain" and "Mr. Tuvok" even though they've known each other for twenty years. There's something wrong with them.