All envy is proportionate to desire; we are uneasy at the…
“All envy is proportionate to desire; we are uneasy at the attainments of another, according as we think our own happiness would be advanced by the addition of that which he withholds from us.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Envy mirrors desire; we feel uneasy when others have what we think will increase our happiness.
In simple terms: Envy reflects unmet desire.
Key Takeaway
Examine what you truly want.
Themes
envy
desire
contentment
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- personal finance
- career goals
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the other’s success reveal about you?
- Can you find contentment without comparison?
A Different Perspective
Desire may be misdirected.