... and stop being jealous of what everyone else around me has achieved?
2006-08-05 05:09:53 · 20 answers · asked by Moon O 1 in Social Science ➔ Sociology
Lower your standards.
2006-08-05 05:14:22 · answer #1 · answered by Gone 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
happiness does not come from a foreign land so to speak.it is within us.its just a matter of letting it out.contentment however,is the only thing that enhances happiness.like its proverbially stated that all fingers are not equal.we all can't be rich at the same time.with some people,it takes years of hardwork to get rich whiles with some others it takes days.life is how u make it.if u are not rich but can provide food,clothing and shelter for u and ur family,then i don't see why u shouldn't be happy with the simple things in life.the rich are always afraid of losing their millions overnight and thus find sleeping next to impossible while the poor are light hearted for they do not suffer from sleepless nights cos they have nothing to lose.just be content with what u have,then u will be happy with the simple things in life.
2006-08-05 12:32:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You’ve got to remember that Madison Avenue is making you feel this way. And they do their job very well or the people they advertise products for would be out of business. I also like to think about people in the African bush or deep in the Rain Forest that has no use for a cell phone or could care less if their teeth are whiter than the next person are but they are still happy.
2006-08-05 12:22:22 · answer #3 · answered by Wile E. Chipotle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Knowing that we all have things to be proud of and appreciate. Some may have both parents in their lives, others me have one or none at all.
When you get jealous think of all of the things you have to be proud of. A family, friends, a nice home, food to eat, a computer, ect.
Learn to congratulate others on their achievements but don't feel jealous about it, just remember you may have some stuff that they are jealous of.
2006-08-05 12:17:20 · answer #4 · answered by sweetdollツ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop comparing your life to other people's lives. People feel inadequate or jealous because they are comparing their own life to someone else's. You are unique and your life is unique to you - you can't compare yourself to someone who is completely different. We are each brought up a certain way, taught certain values, and take different paths in life. Just because you don't have what your friend or neighbor has, doesn't mean that you aren't an amazing person who is intelligent, fun, and witty. Start appreciating yourself and how great your life is and you won't be jealous of anyone else.
2006-08-05 12:14:37 · answer #5 · answered by Rawrrrr 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get out into nature: Look at the sunrise/sunsets; go camping; drive (bike or walk) to peaceful places; exercise and eat right for good health; barbeque and picnic more; go to beaches (even after the beach season has ended).
Get into appreciating music, art, writing, etc. Get a new hobby - one that will make you happy. Go to the library and get books on daily spirituality and/or affirmations - also relaxation tapes. Get high on life - and be happy for what you do have.
2006-08-05 12:21:49 · answer #6 · answered by Holiday Magic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I get up every morning glad that I have what I have. I help others who are in need and I spend a lot of time with my grand children.
If some one I know needs a ride some where I go get them. If my husband needs help at his store I go and help him.
I help out at my church and I help the families I know that need help.
If you help others and work at being the best person you can be, then you don't have time to be jealous.
2006-08-05 12:17:09 · answer #7 · answered by nana4dakids 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have the basic things in life love pride self-respect good morals a good friend to others so on and so on . then you have no reason to be envy of material things in this life nor any thing on this earth equals those qualities.
2006-08-05 12:14:58 · answer #8 · answered by d_elmasry@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Watch some episodes of COPS or Jerry Springer ...that always cheers me up a bit.
Look for this song
low spark of high heeled boys - traffic
2006-08-05 12:14:01 · answer #9 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make the friendship to music,books , love to all but not aspect the love from others.make the confidence yourself.because the confidence is the first step on the road of success. don't dis-heart to loses.happy at anytime,neither you happy or not.
2006-08-05 12:27:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Limit your wants and desires
And
Try to see the peoples who are less fortunate then you. Thank God about all your privilege and possessions and help others.
2006-08-05 13:41:37 · answer #11 · answered by Swayam Prakash 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋