Dec 13, 2024

8 Signs someone is jealous of you

Khushi Khushi

They bad-mouth you

You’ll notice that they seem to have something negative to say about you when you’re not around. It’s not just casual gossip—it’s targeted, mean-spirited, and always digs at your successes or choices.

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Passive aggression for no reason

They might make offhand comments or do things that seem harmless, but you can tell there’s an edge to them. It’s subtle, but it’s definitely intentional.

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They don’t celebrate your wins

They never acknowledge your accomplishments. While others congratulate you, they stay silent or downplay your success.

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They laugh when you're being criticized

There’s joking around, and then there’s laughing way too much when you’re being teased. If they seem to enjoy it too much, they might be feeding off your discomfort.

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Constant comparisons

They seem to always compare themselves to you—whether it’s your achievements, your looks, or your lifestyle.If they’re constantly comparing, it’s a sign they’re either trying to keep up or bring you down.

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Excessive criticism

Instead of offering constructive feedback, they only point out your flaws. They’ll find any excuse to knock you down, especially when you’re feeling good about something.

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Acting distant

They start withdrawing when you're around. It’s almost like they’re jealous of your presence or feel threatened by it.

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put you down intentionally in public

They'll offer unsolicited advice in front of others, making you look bad on purpose, just to put themselves on a pedestal.

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