Quote by B. C. Forbes

Jealousy... is a mental cancer.

Jealousy... is a mental cancer.

Summary

This quote suggests that jealousy is a harmful and destructive emotion that can consume and erode one's mental well-being. Like a cancer, jealousy spreads and grows, negatively affecting our thoughts, feelings, and actions. It highlights jealousy as a toxic mindset that eats away at our happiness and peace of mind. By likening it to a disease, the quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing jealousy, as it has the potential to deteriorate our mental health if left uncontrolled.

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Jealousy

By B. C. Forbes

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