From Psychologies · Ava Skoupsky · · 40s
3 Signs Someone Competes With You Without Saying
Psychologist reveals 3 reactions that expose hidden competition.
In brief
Psychologist reveals 3 reactions that expose hidden competition. Three behaviors signal someone is secretly competing with you: comparing you, undermining your success, and avoiding celebration of your achievements. Originally reported by Psychologies.
Who Competes Without Saying
Some people compete secretly without admitting it.
Sign 1: Comparison
They compare your actions to their own.
Sign 2: Undermining

They minimize your successes and offer less support.
Sign 3: Avoiding Celebration
They avoid celebrating your achievements.
What Happens Next
Your projects may become their goals too.
The takeaway
Three behaviors signal someone is secretly competing with you: comparing you, undermining your success, and avoiding celebration of your achievements.





