AT HOME with Byron Katie • The Work of Byron Katie® Podcast #199: I’m Jealous of My Boyfriend • The Work of Byron Katie®
Mar 20, 2025
Jealousy takes center stage as Fernanda grapples with feelings towards her touring musician boyfriend. Through self-inquiry, they explore how emotional turmoil can mirror physical chaos. The connection between pride, love, and human experiences is examined, emphasizing the joy found in admiring loved ones. Transforming jealousy into gratitude and understanding reveals deeper connections. The conversation also highlights music's role in fostering family bonds and the importance of navigating ego and expectations for healthy relationships.
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Honor and Question the Ego
- Moving painful thoughts from the head to paper honors your ego like a frightened child needing respect.
- Questioning these thoughts with love opens the mind to authentic answers and frees from mental suffering.
Cleaning Closet Sparks Inner Order
- Byron Katie shares how cleaning her closet one day boosted her internal order and gratitude.
- She explains stillness and self-inquiry as foundations that let physical order follow effortlessly.
Turn Jealousy Into Compassion
- When feeling jealous of a loved one's success, ask yourself, "Is it true?" that you are deprived or missing out.
- Turn your jealousy around by acknowledging you're doing what you want, cultivating gratitude and compassion.
