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Jealousy is a common emotion that can affect relationships, self-esteem, and emotional wellbeing. While occasional jealousy is normal, persistent or overwhelming feelings can lead to conflict, insecurity, and distress. In this section you’ll find a collection of articles exploring jealousy, its possible causes, how it affects relationships and everyday life, and practical advice to help you better understand and manage these feelings. If you’re looking for professional support for jealousy, use the links below to learn more about how relationship counselling can help or book a free consultation.
Most people feel jealous sometimes. A flicker of unease when a partner gets a message they do not explain. A moment of envy at a colleague’s promotion. A brief, unwelcome thought when someone attractive pays your partner attention. These are … Read more
Most people experience jealousy at some point in close relationships. It is a common, recognisable emotion — the discomfort of perceived threat to something that matters. What distinguishes toxic jealousy from ordinary jealousy is not the presence of these feelings … Read more
Jealousy is one of the most difficult subjects to raise in a relationship. It carries shame for the person experiencing it, the risk of seeming accusing or controlling, and the uncertainty of not knowing how the conversation will land. When … Read more
Jealousy is one of the most common presenting themes in couples counselling, and one of the most misunderstood. It is routinely treated as a character problem — a sign of insecurity, immaturity, or a controlling personality — when its roots … Read more
Your partner is loving, faithful, and completely committed to you. And yet you cannot stop thinking about the people who came before you. Read more
When people discuss toxic jealousy, the focus is most often on what it does to relationships — the mistrust, the controlling behaviour, the damage to the other person. These relational consequences are real and significant. But toxic jealousy also does … Read more
Jealousy is not, in itself, a sign that something has gone wrong. A momentary pang when a partner receives warm attention from someone else, a brief flicker of envy at a colleague’s success — these are ordinary human responses. The … Read more
Jealousy is a common human emotion. It's a feeling that can arise in any relationship, romantic or otherwise. However, when jealousy becomes excessive, it can turn toxic. It can start to erode trust, breed resentment, and create a cycle of … Read more
Jealousy is a common human emotion. It's a feeling that can arise in various contexts, from personal relationships to professional environments. However, when jealousy becomes intense, persistent, and destructive, it transforms into a toxic force. This is what we refer … Read more