Quotation by

Jean Baudrillard

A negative judgment gives you more satisfaction than praise, provided it smacks of jealousy.

Jealousy

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When someone criticizes you out of jealousy, it can feel more rewarding than simply receiving compliments because it shows they envy your success or qualities. This kind of negative feedback confirms your value in a way that praise from others might not.

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