anxity, communication, jealousy, relationships, self-reflection, trust

The Nature of Jealousy and How to Overcome It

Jealousy is a powerful emotion with a deep-rooted presence in human behavior. It is a natural reaction stemming from fear of loss, be it in affection or attention. Jealousy may be normal, but it’s a negative emotion that eats you from within — leading to feelings of inadequacy and emotional stress.  In this article, we ...

Nathan Machoka

Jealously.

Crab Mentality: The ‘Crabs in a Bucket’ Analogy

When someone else achieves tremendous success or progresses, others sometimes underestimate that person or their accomplishments. And this is when the crab mentality takes action.  The crab mentality occurs when the group opposes and blocks the progress of any members who achieve more tremendous success than themselves, whether via envy, spite, or competitiveness. People with ...

Viena Abdon

A crab.

Zhang Chang-pu, a Virtuous Mother From the Three Kingdoms Era

During the period of the Three Kingdoms, Zhong Yao (151-230), the founder of the regular Chinese calligraphy script known as kaishu, was married to Zhang Chang-pu (199-257). Zhang was an upstanding lady who abided by justice and placed a high value on the cultivation of morals and virtues. Even toward servants, her behavior was respectful, ...

Nspirement Staff

An ancient Chinese teacher with a student.