I am saying this, because ever since I went and ever since I shared pictures on facebook or other platforms, I have been hearing the same thing over and over again: I'm so/a little jealous. I heard this so many times now that it infuriates me, this uncharming, not-so-nice-as-you-think statement. I'm not sure if I'm alone with this (I hope not), but it never feels good when someone addresses you saying they're so jealous. Especially if you've achieved something you're proud of and would rather hear something along the lines of "I'm really happy for you". I'm sure the people who say it, are not aware of the effect it has on the recipient. They mean to express that you have accomplished something that is worth being jealous about. However, jealousy implies malevolence, resentment and grudges as opposed to support, favour and affection.
So please, stop saying you're jealous, heck, stop being jealous and envious full stop. If someone has achieved a goal they worked hard for, they deserve support and recognition. It did not fall into their lap. It was probably not always fun on the way to achieveing it. Nothing special was handed to them that other people have no access to. If you want something, chances are pretty high that you will get it if you work for it. Nothing comes for free to anyone (only those with rich parents, and not even then), so spread the word. Jealousy/Envy is not a good look. Ever.
I conclude this post with some of my travel pictures:
It was amazing and eye-opening and wonderful to experience all this. I was not always happy and it was not always easy. Pictures only show the happy moments. As fun as it sounds, travelling can be exhausting and hard work. I had to work a full-time and a part-time job for six months so I could pay for travelling, which was not fun at all. In the end is rewarding as hell though.
