Can't the spirit of jealousy be replaced with the spirit of competition in the society? Please advise. Thanks.
540600
In the ideal world this would be great, Unfortunately when some one achieves something better than they themselves have it sparks envy, and thus strife. Competition should motivate us to better, with self improvement not others destruction. God Bless
668965
Ancient Greek society was very experimental.  Therefore, it is rumored that many "gave the other team" a try.  From there I'll allow you to use your own imagination.
628380
My standards of success align with old-fashioned notions of wanting to do something well, working hard for that and then feeling the pride that comes with success.  Unfortunately, it seems that the younger faculty members at our school seem to think that they deserve the best and most prestigious positions simply by virtue of who they are and that they should be handed everything on a silver platter because of that.  As far as I'm concerned, there is no pride when you haven't achieved things through your own forces, sweat and tears!\nThis refers to other aspects of life as well.  Anybody who sets a goal, work towards that goal and achieves it, has become successful.  Now, if I could only get myself to apply that philosophy to my diet!
1003032
Jealousy is rooted in feelings of unworthiness for me. I feel jealous if I am insecure in a relationship, or in myself. I feel jealous if I believe that I need something outside myself to be OK, something that you may have. I feel jealous if you get a nice motorcycle and I feel that I need that in order to be OK. It is all rooted in how I feel about myself. Self esteem comes from doing esteem able acts. So if I am feeling low I do something to be of service to others or I find other ways to feed my spirit. I always feel better about myself when I am living a life with a little discipline, like working out on a regular basis or keeping my house clean. That is just what works for me, only you know what works for you.
890333
I think we're all animals deep down inside...it's that primal instinct to dominate and control and protect our own territory....except that some get greedy and want a whole lot more!  \n\nAs Tears for Fears sang...."Everybody wants to rule the world".\n\nBut seriously when it comes to races and all...I don't know that it even has to with races so much as social status...that social status can be a cultural status too, but it's basically truly a social status...poor is poor for example, add to that the fact that poor come from poor countries...you have two factors, and one more thing to look down your nose at.  Add to that religious factors, the way one dresses, what one eats...etc. etc....in the end maybe it comes down to self preservation, (because we are all amassed together living in one country per se) and thus he who has the most toys wins as it seems in today's world doesn't it, and everybody is fighting to become that "idealogy".  The problem (and danger) with politicians and others with finances and backing of sorts, is they have the power to actually do it.\n\nOn a more personal level, I think people want to both keep a sense of identity, culture and tradition and yet feel threatened by someone else wanting to do the same.  Perhaps if everyone stopped trying to impose and change the ways of others and our fundamental traditions of our home country that we choose to live in, things would go a lot smoother.  You can't just move here and segregate either.  You have to live together and keep your personal vies for your lives and home.  There is a public profile we should all try to upkeep and at home is where we should practice our own beliefs.  That to me is just plain respect which a lot of people lack.
433377
When will people start taking steps of their own to end this kinda bull. Why can't people just like someone for who they are as a whole and not have to single out which race they like better? Come on...be a part of the solution!
523537
Bravo!! You think good.  Actually people are not jealous but are biased towards the backward class. I agree with you to do away with the caste system.
670649
Once upon a time it may be true. Today, you'd have to work that much harder to maintain a client. And even then you may lose the client. That's why this presumptious 'saying' should not have an equivalent. It's out of sync with realities.
814667
The society is seen as an entity, a living organism in which humans are the components. If one human decides to live alone he also accepts the detachment from that society. No man can live alone because the society is the vital function of humanity, without the society we wouldn't have such things as ethics and morality(amongst others). A piece cannot be higher than the whole right? This is the case here: a man cannot be better alone than as part of the society. And to be one of the best is each man's goal I presume. I could tell u much more but I dont have time. Start with what I gave u so far. And don't forget: vote for the best answer!
1071198
YES !! I completely understand you . Like i'm in high school and the way some poeple treat each other just sickens me . So what , you're a little different, but when it all comes down to nothing, we're all the same without our little peppy clothes or stupid jock attitudes. Deep inside when we're not with our friends who require us to act a certain way or expect us to act or be a certain way towards others WE ARE ALL THE SAME !!We're all human who deserve to be treated with respect, integrity, loyalty ! ....humans, who deserve and want joy, interaction, friendship, love ! that's all we want , if everyone was provided with all the love and great emotions in the world that we all want, i think that WOULD  make the world more peaceful . It's about time someone realized it AND said something about it . Sheesh !!!!!! ok that's all i had to say, sorry for the lecture . ! lol
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welcome to the club sister.  I don't think you have a problem at all.  I think that you are a free thinking and open minded person.  It's when you feel that pressure to conform and be like everyone else and resist it, that you truly begin to gain a greater perspective of reality.  I suggest you read "the herd" chapter from Nietzsche's "Beyond Good and Evil".  This is the book in which the phrase was coined "God is dead".  Don't let that scare you.  What I think he really meant to teach was that organized religion and the God they invent is dead.  He challenges you, in the chapter entitled "the herd", to ask yourself if all these things that people are telling you that "God" has said are indeed from "God".  Or, are they something made up by leaders of church to influence the masses opinions to get a desired social result.  That result is control.  Don't let anyone but God control you.  He wouldn't force control on you.  He doesn't want to control you.  He offers suggestions and you choose freely.  To me though, all this damnation and hellfire are not products of Christ at all.  Christ is like the sweetest friend I have ever had.  I don't live right at all.  I have done bad things in my life.  Yet, he has never left me.  People, on the other hand, have behaved terribly...  and for that matter... so have I at times.  I decided that I would not be controlled by "the herd" either.  People will accuse you of rebellion.  Rebellion it may be, but against whom?  God?  I don't think so...  The "herd", definitely.  I had to separate myself from them, and while it is lonesome at times, it is at least free.  Knowing God should never feel like being in a social or political prison in which you are interrogated and punished.  They're like religious nazis and they have confused social control with God.  Welcome to freedom sister.  You may find groups that you "fit" with...  I never did.  This is the tragedy of the genuine individual.  Perhaps you should start your own "group" on yahoo groups.  If you do, let me know, and I will join.  This topic is certainly worthy of discussion.  Don't feel like you are alone.  There are many, many, people who have went through this...
938985
There is jealousy everywhere.  I think everyone deals with it at one point or another.  It's pretty immature, and people who threaten or do harm of any sort have very low self esteem and have to bring others down so it will make them feel better.  It's very sad what someone will do to shift any attention to them.  Just stay away from those types of people.  Do not react at all, because thats what keeps them going.  Do not give them the satisfaction of seeing you scared or angry at what they are doing.  That is exactly the reaction they are screaming for because thats the only attention they can get.  LOSERS!!!!
424140
There's no legitimate reason for someone to be jealous if they know the other person really loves them. Insecurity combined with physical violence is the number one reason romances fail. If he hits you once - leave. Otherwise make sure he knows there is no competion - for now at least.
1159497
Why not decide for yourself rather than following the herd? After all, isn't it cool to be different?\n\nDon't join the mutual backslappers club - be different.
300468
I think we should, and I think its possible to achieve in your own life. However, I have little hope that it can be achieved on a global level, because so many people take great pleasure in feeling superior to others. (Even though they are NOT.) I can tell you from experience that a CEO puts his pants on the same way a bricklayer does. (And the bricklayer is a MUCH sweeter man.)
659410
Not all people get angry and jealous over such things. Those that do have this tendency have probably been this way since childhood. It comes from bad parenting. If a child throws a tantrum and gets their way, they learn to throw tantrums over everything. This carries on into adulthood. If your in love with a fit thrower as it sounds you are, leave them now they will always be this way. However if you feel the need to change them there are professionals and possibly meds. that can help you with your co-dependency. If that doesn't work you will be forced to continue being their dammit doll forever. I personally use mind altering chemicals to drown out their b****ing. I am not a Dr. though so take it for what it is. ON THE OTHER HAND if you get some kind of enjoyment twisting their little mind then you should realize that you don't really care why people get jealous. You just enjoy the show. My friend here who is far less long winded thinks you are just an attention seeker and this was a rhetorical question.
1165634
Yes, often there is resentment, or jealousy even, when one mate excels and the other one doesn't. It seems to escalate more when the successful one is female.