When a friend’s life seems to outshine yours, the path forward lies not in comparison but in connection. The notification appears on your phone: your friend just landed their dream job, moved into a ...

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We all feel envy from time to time, no matter how much we want to believe we’re above it. Envy is a complex cluster of feelings that stems from a very basic desire: You want what you believe someone ...

Your marital status is far more than a box to check on a questionnaire. It's an existential state that shapes personal identity and social dynamics. While married life comes with its own set of ...

There’s a strong chance this has happened to you: Someone you love gets great news—maybe they’re having a baby, or they’ve scored their dream job. You’re happy for them, genuinely, but there’s a ...

We all feel envy from time to time, no matter how much we want to believe we’re above it. Envy is a complex cluster of feelings that stems from a very basic desire: You want what you believe someone ...