Class Assignment - Quickwrite - The grass is always greener on the other side

The grass is always greener on the other side. This saying refers to the way human beings think. Human beings are greedy by nature. They want the best, and when they do get it, they want more. So the saying is about how even if your grass is greener than green, you'll still think that the grass 'on the other side' is greener. This saying refers to the common emotion: envy. Envy is something we all feel, no matter how calm and nice we are on the outside. The most common form of envy is when someone gets a better test grade, or runs faster than you. When I feel envious, I feel a little anger, at both myself and at the person/thing. And then I wish and wish that the person actually made a mistake and that there's something wrong and that I am actually better. Envy is not a good feeling to have. No matter how much people say they are not jealous or envy, it is impossible for them to feel nothing. It is good at times to feel envious, but only when it is for a positive purpose, like if the envy encourages you to work harder. However, if the envy causes you to have negative thoughts and actions, then that is not good. I think envy could be used in a good way. Instead of just complaining all day, you could use the envy to fuel your energy in working harder. But sometimes, it would be good to feel just content with your current circumstances.