Alas, the ability to rejoice for our neighbors is not included in the list of human virtues. You can think about how not to hate a suddenly rich and thinner friend.
It often happens that even the most empathic women fall into an emotional stupor when suddenly a friend finds herself in a stunningly posh position. Here, the ability to experience is replaced by envy, dejection and, oddly enough, a sense of guilt. After all, educated and good people should not be discouraged because of the successes of their neighbor. Don't worry, these situations happen all the time, so just accept this fact and move on.
When a friend became your new boss
If you look from one side, the situation is nowhere better: after everything that you and your friend have experienced, she will not dare to scold you for minor flaws. But on the other hand, sad as it is, now you are in different leagues, and it will no longer be possible to discuss familiar topics such as low wages and the idiot boss.
Actually, this situation even suits you. After all, you know your friend better than others, which means that you can make a career for yourself without forbidden moves and deceitful tricks. When it comes to personal relationships, things are more complicated. Will you be able to accept that "as before" will no longer be? If you feel that your relationship is getting tense and you don't want to lose your friendship, consider changing your job.
When a friend suddenly became rich
It's one thing if your girlfriend worked day and night to make those millions. It is quite different - if she received an inheritance or just got married successfully. And how can you not get angry? After all, now you will always feel flawed in her huge house with a dressing room and three bedrooms, and you cannot lure her into your usual places for gatherings.
Keep in mind the fact that it is generally beneficial to be friends with the rich. Such friendship allows you to shatter your established "ceiling" of opportunities, clearly demonstrating that everything in this life is possible. In addition, do not forget that along with the lifestyle your girlfriend is unlikely to decide to change her social circle, so your favorite coffee shop around the corner will most likely remain your favorite place. The main thing is to complain less often and speculate on a less enviable financial situation. This will not benefit your friendship.
When a friend lost weight
And you didn’t, although you put in much more strength than she did. And if someone now utters a phrase about appetizing curvy forms, he will be immediately killed on the spot.
Anger can motivate you to practice even harder. If she can, you can do it even more! And you will receive well-deserved compliments and catching admiring glances. And as soon as this happens, your anger will subside as if by magic. Now exhale, smile and tell your friend that she looks great. You are great, you can put yourself a plus sign. This is how our consciousness is arranged that the person who communicates something pleasant looks more prosperous. The weight will go away, and your reputation will remain with you forever.
Allowing ourselves from time to time such "wrong" emotions and coping with them, we prepare ourselves for future achievements. So envy is sometimes even beneficial.
