What does jealousy reveal about you? When the answer isn't obvious, you may need to delve deeper. Jealousy may arise when you compare yourself to others. If you've ever felt jealous, it was likely because someone had something you didn't. What was it? Was it their appearance, a material possession or money, a skill or talent, a job or other opportunity, a relationship, or something else?
While we may be creatures of habit and routine, it's worth stepping out of your comfort zone now and again. Doing something that pushes you beyond your comfort zone enhances personal growth, creates rewarding experiences, and keeps life from being boring.
It wasn’t until long after my divorce that I would learn about The Four Horsemen by the Gottman Institute. The Four Horsemen (as in the Apocalypse) is a metaphor to describe communication styles that can predict the end of a relationship. They are: criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling.
Having lived in Georgia for a little over a decade, I return to visit my “second home” when I can. My most recent trip to Atlanta was so much fun. I flew in from New York on a Thursday night and my fiance, Alex drove down from Cincy on Saturday.
I used to be afraid of change. I hated it. Change is hard. It’s uncertain. It’s uncomfortable.