jealousy locks the door

If someone else’s success

Shakes you,

You are not ready

For your own.

You cannot rise

By resenting

Those who already climbed.

You cannot receive

What you curse.

Jealousy locks the door.

Gratitude opens it.

Celebrate their win,

Not because they need it,

But because you do.

Your heart must expand

Before your life can.

If their light annoys you,

It is only showing you

Where you have refused

To shine.

Release the resentment.

Bless their progress.

Only then

Will success

Recognize you

As one of its own.