In the Arabic language there are two words for envy: Ghira - What is known as jealousy or envy. Someone has something you want and you hate them for it. You wi

In the Arabic language there are two words for envy: Ghira - What is known as jealousy or envy. Someone has something you want and you hate them for it. You wish you had it even if you took it from them. Ghibta - Wishing you had what they had without taking it away. You're happy for their success and wish you had a similar one. When I was taught the two different words as a young person it really affected how I feel in these situations. When I get a reaction to someone having what I want, I make sure it stays within ghibta. It's a case where my vocabulary shaped my thinking process.