Jealousy/ negativity normally stems from an inferiority complex and low self-esteem. People become jealous of you when they feel that they aren’t as good as you or can’t have/ achieve what you have/ achieved.
Here are some tips to deal with jealousy/ negativity.
1. Tell yourself it’s them not you.
Take a breath and remind yourself that it’s not you who has a problem, it’s them. People’s jealousy and negativity are based on their own underlying issues and sadness. You can try to disarm them by making a positive comment or giving them a compliment. If that doesn’t help, then it’s best to ignore and avoid.
2. Don’t tell them about your goals and plans.
Don’t ever tell jealous and negative people about the goals and plans you are currently working on. They may try to mock and de-motivate you. They might even use your plans to try and copy and out-do you. So keep your plans to yourself and keep working on your goals without sharing them with jealous people.
3. Set boundaries
Don’t think that you have to continue to listen to a jealous and hateful person. Set boundaries to distance yourself from such people and make a mental time limit of how long you will engage with a jealous/ negative person, then make some excuse like ‘I have to check on something’ or ‘I have some work to do’ and end the conversation.
4. Be yourself and be positive
No matter how people behave with you, keep being you and doing what you are doing. Keep continuing your life as you are leading it and don’t change to suit others or try to placate them. Stay positive.
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