"There is one emotion that causes serious
problems in the lives of many people. Most
people learn this the hard way, or never learn
it at all. That emotion is envy."
Dr Joseph Murphy
When you see or hear of someone who has
created something wonderful, like lots of
money, or a loving relationship, or an exciting
holiday, how do you respond - inside?
Tell the truth now. Do you rejoice with them
or do you secretly envy them?
Envy is, as Dr Murphy says, a very destructive
emotion. When you have it you find yourself
being bitter and critical of others, instead of
celebrating with them.
And, of course, that pretty much guarantees
that what they have will not show up for you.
What's behind envy? First, it's a belief in
scarcity, that there's not enough to go around.
So the more someone else gets, the less for
you.
Second, there's a belief that the Universe is
unfair, and the other person must have
cheated in some way to get what should have
been yours. You're second class.
Well, we know when we bring these beliefs
into the light of day that they're not true. But
holding them in your mind will make them
true for you, and that's so unnecessary.
One of the most simple positive acts that
you can take for your own benefit is to make
it a point to celebrate other people's
successes. Rejoice with them, whether you
know them or not.
Big successes, little successes, the
Universe treats them all the same and so
should you.
This builds a picture of success in your
mind for the things you want.
Plus, it feels good to cheer others on!
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