Fantasies Quote by Anna Deavere Smith
“Even jealousy is based on fantasies: a fantasy that someone else has what belongs to you.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing human emotions, 2010
Jealousy stems from imagined ownership, not actual entitlement, revealing its basis in fantasy.
In simple terms: Jealousy is a fantasy of ownership.
Question the reality of jealous thoughts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- workplace
- social media
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What fantasies fuel your jealousy?
- Can you separate feeling from fact?
May oversimplify complex emotional triggers.