What is the source of pettiness?

[Tekate]

What's the source of pettiness?

1) jealousy

2) Schadenfreude

 

[Big Fat Facets]

I feel the source of pettiness is one of 2 traits, sometimes both...

a) jealously

b) ego

I have been the victim of jealousy and treated with pettiness and smallness, more times than i can count.

I am petty back because of my ego. In my mind, im thinking..."Who do YOU think you are to treat or speak to me this way??!!"

Sometimes, most times, i remain quiet and move past. Other times, I just GO for it and clap back.

I feel there are ways to stand up for yourself and your beliefs with some dignity, without lowering yourself to an ill mannered and rude level.

Some people carry big chips on their shoulder. There is just no amount of kindness and encouragement that will help them be tolerable.