The 34th Essay: We Have a Pope
- Director, Kayukawa Clinic, Yuhei Kayukawa, M.D.
- Apr 2, 2024
- 1 min read
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When we encounter the talents of others, our response is not always admiration alone—at times, we are stirred by strong feelings of envy and inferiority. Even those who have worked hard and lived sincerely may struggle with the pain of feeling unrecognized, giving rise to deep inner conflict.
This article, drawing on the film Amadeus, focuses on the psychology of envy that emerges from the contrast between genius and mediocrity. By linking these themes with the lessons of Aesop’s fables, it explores how we might understand and come to terms with the human emotion of jealousy.
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