Schadenfreude is the German word for delight in the misfortune of others. Many people relish the losses of other people and feel averse to their gains - sometimes even those they care about.28 A good friend, and an adaptive individual, should genuinely delight in the successes of his friends. When your own values are the benchmark of your well-being, the only person you should be envious of is one which is more you than you are. And in this event, you will know what needs to be done.
