The surest route to breeding jealousy is to compare. Since jealousy comes from feeling less than another, comparisons only fan the fires.

Summary

This quote suggests that jealousy is most likely to arise when we compare ourselves to others. By focusing on our own perceived inferiority or inadequacy compared to someone else, jealousy can be triggered. Comparisons tend to amplify these negative feelings, intensifying the sense of jealousy. The quote advises against dwelling on such comparisons as they tend to fuel the fires of jealousy, reinforcing the idea that jealousy arises from a feeling of being lesser than another person.

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