Posted by Wittgensteinz on December 8, 2008, at 16:29:48
In reply to Envy, posted by Toph on December 8, 2008, at 14:58:57
I have to say "yes" and "no" - I do envy some of those people you listed. But if I try to imagine a world void of those people, it would be one miserable uninspiring place.
There will always be those doing better than me - living their lives fuller, happier - probably quite a fair bit happier (!) but in a way I also thrive off a sense of competition and inspiration. Sometimes I get the greatest joy out of the simplest silliest unexpected things.
I wonder whether you've ever met a person who has all those qualities you listed - sometimes I find myself idealising others and the envy sets in. Perhaps if you knew them from the inside out (or could sit one day in their skin) you might be surprised that they have their own set of problems and vulnerabilities. We are all mortal beings - vulnerable to illness and loss. Life throws us each a different set of cards. Very few are given a 'full house'.
Hmm... but sometimes it does suck, all the same :)
I'm sorry you feel this way.
Witti
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