Grief Quote by Franz Grillparzer
““Eifersucht ist eine Leidenschaft, Die mit Eifer sucht, was Leiden schafft. (Jealousy is a grievous passion that jealously seeks what causes grief.)””
About This Quote
Source Play: Eifersucht, Franz Grillparzer, 1825
Jealousy is a destructive passion that obsessively pursues the source of its own suffering.
In simple terms: Jealousy fuels itself by chasing pain.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release jealous thoughts.
Themes
emotions
desire
self‑destruction
psychology
Mood
melancholic
intense
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- personal journaling
- mindfulness practice
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
addiction
attachment
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What underlying need does your jealousy reveal?
- How can you transform jealousy into constructive insight?
A Different Perspective
Jealousy may also signal unmet needs or insecurity.
