Why is joy at someone else's misfortune dangerous?
Manifestation of base qualities. Joy at the misfortunes of others is a signal that there is envy, anger or a sense of superiority inside us. Giving in to such feelings means allowing them to control our lives.
Karmic effect. Many cultures and religions claim that evil directed at others comes back to us. Joy at other people's failures can cause your own difficulties.
Destruction of inner peace. Experiencing gloating, we disturb our own mental balance. Instead of peace and harmony, anxiety and irritation come.
What to do if the enemy has failed?
Stay neutral. Don't be happy or sad. Keep calm and don't get emotionally involved.
Practice empathy. Even if a person has hurt you, try to look at the situation from the outside. Perhaps their actions were the result of their own internal suffering.
Learn lessons. Use the situation to understand how not to act yourself. The life of an enemy can become a lesson that will help you become better.
Examples from life. Great personalities of the past often showed nobility even towards their opponents. Thus, Abraham Lincoln, after the end of the American Civil War, called for "healing the nation" and supporting former enemies. His example reminds us of the importance of mercy and generosity.
Joy at the sight of another person's misfortune is not the path of a strong spirit. True strength is manifested in the ability to remain human in any situation, not allowing negativity to penetrate the heart and always strive for light and goodness. After all, as the wise men said, “if your enemy has fallen, help him rise, for your kindness will be your real victory.” Maria.