One of the sanest, surest, and most generous joys of life
comes from being happy over the good fortune of others.
- Robert A. Heinlein
The more we care for the happiness of others,
the greater is our own sense of well-being.
- Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama
Appreciation is a wonderful thing.
It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.
- Voltaire
Sadly, it is human nature to measure success by comparison with our neighbors.
A consequence of this tendency is the instinct to wish for others to fail
and our own status to therefore appear higher by comparison.
Strive to cheer whenever others succeed
and to avoid viewing your own achievements in comparison to others.
Further reading: Empathy
Light for Others
The Art of Listening
Eight Rules for Living Your Greatest Life
Disappointment
Offer Comfort
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