Though he repeatedly assured his wife that nothing was going on, months later it came out that he was having an affair. Scared, he wanted to reconcile. Cheryl wanted to trust again, but even after extensive therapy, she was still guarded. Two years later, Larry was amazed at how sensitized she had become. While the root of rational jealousy in the home can often be traced to a spouse who is flirting or committing adultery, jealousy in the workplace is usually linked to status or position.
Most people are on a constant search for self-advancement.
This is particularly true with physicians, who seek to serve and, for many, to be recognized. Individuals who have obtained advanced education are very aware of the time and energy taken to obtain their professional training. Doctors jealousy can root in competitive feelings about professional background, people skills, income, community recognition, titles and position. If you are tempted to flaunt your accomplishments in the workplace, you are setting yourself up for others jealousy. The best course of action is to do your work, be honest and humble about your efforts and stay out of other people s work.