You nailed it on the head for me. I am often “jealous” of another individual because he/she presents a competitor in some way or form. However, I often admire someone because they are competitively above me and I wish to be at that level. I’m not sure if that makes sense. Perhaps an example? I ride horses competively. At a local show, I might view Rider X, who is in my same division and who often attends the same shows as a competitor. Rider X has parents who spend infinite amounts of money on X’s talents and abilities, including a more expensive, more experienced horse. My parents, however, cannot afford to spend such money on my riding and it is simply a blessing to even be able to afford an entry fee in order for my inexperienced, off-the-track Thoroughbred to gain experience. I have a tendency to be jealous of Rider X. On the other hand, riders such as Karen O’Connor or Kim Severson – who are Olympic level riders – do not pose a threat to me. Instead they are idols, whom I wish to learn from and whom I respect. I admire them. There is definitely no jealousy.