Antonia was very conscious of the corrosive power of envy and felt that it was this emotion, more than any other, which lay behind human unhappiness. People did not realise how widespread envy was.
Antonia understood the detrimental effects of envy, recognizing it as a significant cause of human discontent. She believed that this emotion had a deeper impact on people's lives than they often acknowledged. By failing to recognize the extent of envy in themselves and others, individuals could miss the underlying reasons for their unhappiness.
This insight highlights the idea that envy can be a silent yet powerful force, influencing relationships and perceptions....