Jealous people poison their own banquet and then eat it ~ Washington Irving
The antidote to jealousy is confidence in one’s ability and contentment with one’s self. A mentor gave me this advice: “Ray, when someone you know has success or gets notoriety you don’t have, congratulate them. Make it a heart felt congratulations.’ My mentor was right. I’ve followed his advice and sent more congratulatory emails, cards, and texts than I can count. It made the other person feel good and the feeling bounced back on me.
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