Longing envy

Jealous

Strength 3 of 4

Afraid that a bond you treasure is slipping towards someone else, with hurt, suspicion and a fierce urge to hold on to what feels like yours.

In the body

  • A hot, churning stomach
  • A pounding heart
  • Eyes scanning for signs
  • Hands clenching

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

TrustLoveReassurance

Softer and stronger

  1. Envious
  2. Jealous

Often confused with

Envious

Envious is wanting something another person has; jealous is fearing you will lose a bond you already have to someone else.

Insecure

Insecure is a doubt about your own worth; jealous is fear of losing a particular bond to someone else.

See also

Angry