Fredenfreude

Another word the Germans use is “Freudenfreude”. It means joy-joy. It is the opposite of Schadenfreude. Practically speaking, it means that if someone shares something with me about which they are excited, I express interest by asking them to share even more of the experience. “To be happy with those who are happy”.

Exercise:

Think of a person in your life in whose happiness you can share. Intentionally ask about and listen to their story of success, and tell them that you are happy with, and for them.

Share something you are grateful for with someone close to you and thank them for listening and sharing in your joy.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, give me the grace to live a life free from comparison. In the matchless Name of Jesus, Amen.