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Emotional intelligence predicts whether envy leads to self-improvement or hostility


A new study suggests that individuals with higher emotional intelligence are more likely to channel feelings of envy into self-improvement. The findings indicate that emotion regulation helps turn unpleasant feelings into constructive motivation rather than interpersonal hostility.

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