How to avoid triggering others' jealousy? Many people believe that to prevent jealousy, they should "stay low-key," but being low-key does not equal humility. Instead, it can be easily interpreted as deliberately hiding one's advantages, which may provoke resentment. The truly effective approach is not to suppress yourself but to redefine the relational hierarchy between people, reducing the sense of competition.

First, turn yourself from a rival into a resource. Jealousy often stems from subconscious competitive relationships. If you can make the other person feel "you are useful to them," competition can shift into cooperation. For example, when the other person might feel hostility, proactively say: "If you want to do this in the future, I can help you." This is a form of "alliance framing." When others see that your success could also benefit them, jealousy naturally diminishes.

Second, strategically let others win. Many people don't dislike your excellence; they fear they can't beat you in any aspect. A smart approach is to modestly show weakness in unimportant areas, giving the other person space to shine. These "micro-status opportunities" can significantly enhance affinity and trust.

Third, showcase the process rather than the result. What often triggers jealousy is not success itself but "success appearing too effortless." Only showing the outcome can create a gap, whereas sharing the pressures, difficulties, and efforts involved in the process is more likely to evoke empathy rather than hostility.

Fourth, establish a sense of identity rather than superiority. Jealousy only occurs among "comparable people." When you differentiate clearly and show that you are not on the same track, comparisons naturally lose their basis. Instead of proving you're stronger, emphasize different goals and different paths—identity differences are safer than oppressive superiority.

In summary, people usually do not envy those who are truly unreachable, but rather those who make themselves feel "less than." Making others feel better because of you, rather than worse, is an essential skill for avoiding jealousy and maintaining good relationships.