Crafting Emotion: Tip on Writing Jealousy

“If You Find Happiness, People May Be Jealous. Be Happy Anyway.” — Mother Teresa

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Let’s Be Real; Jealousy is a Green-Eyed Monster.

But let’s be more real; we’ve all been jealous before. In the tapestry that is human emotions, jealousy is a complex and compelling thread that can weave countless stories and narratives. From books, comics, movies, and more; jealousy is the inspiration and motivation of many of them.

So let’s peel back those complicated layers and see how we can put them into writing to better our OWN stories!

So, what exactly is jealousy?

Jealousy: Hostility toward a rival or one suspected of enjoying an advantage.

What Are Some Obvious Physical Signs that Could Be Perceived as Jealousy?

Facial Expressions:

• Narrowed eyes.
• Forced smiles.
• Avoiding eye contact.
• Clenched jaw.
• Misexpressions of disgust.
• Subtle eye rolling.