Narcissism Glossary

Separating envy the feeling from harmful acts (envy & sabotage)

😠 The emotional pattern where others' success or happiness stirs inferiority and hostility — spilling into behavior that obstructs or belittles it.

What was actually done deserves its own look. A close person's achievements may get shaved down, their work sabotaged, their relationships severed. Separate the feeling felt from the action taken.

Often seen in situations like these

😒 Your promotion earns "lucky you" or "that company promotes anyone."
😤 Your good times with friends earn those friends a smear campaign — and attempts to split you apart.

When this happens, try this

💡 Rather than divining what's inside, verify whether actions actually shaved your joy or obstructed your work — and whether they pushed people away from you. If it continues, narrowing who hears your good news is allowed.

Topic Core concepts · Term Jealousy and Envy · Also known as Jealousy and Envy

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