"Jealous" in Nonviolent Communication
Unpleasant feelingIntensity: high
Understanding Jealous
In NVC, "Jealous" is a unpleasant feeling that tells us about our unsatisfied needs. Recognizing this feeling is the first step to understanding what truly matters to us.
"Jealous" may mask feelings like "insecure", "scared", or "sad" and needs for security, belonging, or love.
Related needs
When you feel jealous, these needs may be at play:
Practice exercise
Explore this feeling deeper with an interactive outil:
The Unmasker