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Envy, the Coppolas, and The Tall Poppy Syndrome

Whenever a friend succeeds, a little something dies in me. Gore Vidal Envy and Jealousy are often used interchangeably by the public and even writers who one might think would be better informed. Both are distinct and complex emotions regarding ownership. Since I write mostly about TPS understanding the so-called

Envy, the Coppolas, and The Tall Poppy Syndrome
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The Dark Side of Success: Envy and the Tall Poppy Syndrome

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The Dark Side of Success: Envy and the Tall Poppy Syndrome
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The Tall Poppy Syndrome & The Seven Deadly Sins

Dark emotions are frequently found in the tall poppy syndrome (TPS). The seven deadly sins are a well-known grouping of dark emotions. I have identified 6 of these 7 deadly sins consistently in TPS.  Three are often found in the cutter: envy, anger and laziness; and three are identified in