What does it mean when people say life isnt fair?
Written by Karin Thebus, Psy. D. We have all heard it and probably have all said it at one time or another, “Well, life is not fair.” It is the automatic response we give to ourselves or another when what we think or believe should happen, or when something that has happened, is not “fair.”
What is another for unfair?
arbitrary, biased, cruel, discriminatory, dishonest, illegal, immoral, improper, inequitable, inexcusable, one-sided, partisan, shameful, unethical, unjust, unjustifiable, unlawful, unreasonable, unwarranted, wrong.
What is the meaning of being unfair?
1 : marked by injustice, partiality, or deception : unjust. 2 : not equitable in business dealings. Other Words from unfair Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Learn More About unfair.
Is life unfair to you?
Unless you’re winning, most of life will seem hideously unfair to you. The truth is, life is just playing by different rules. The real rules are there. They actually make sense. But they’re a bit more complicated, and a lot less comfortable, which is why most people never manage to learn them.
How do you deal with life not being fair?
You can complain about life not being ‘fair.’ You can attempt revenge —perhaps violently. You can inflict great suffering upon yourself in the name of life being ‘unfair.’ And life is still not ‘fair.'” 2. Viewing yourself as a victim tends to keep you in the past and promotes a sense of powerlessness.
Is life fair or not?
“Life is not fair. Anyone who says it is, or even that it ought to be is a fool or worse.” — David Brin 18. “Life is not fair, get used to it.” — Charlie J. Sykes 19. “Life is indeed unfair. There are times when I’d stare at the sky at night and wonder why you are my entire universe when I’m not even a little star to you.”
Is death fair or unfair?
Death is unfair. Anger is a natural reaction to the unfairness of loss.” — Elisabeth Kubler-Ross 4. “On the whole, life is unfair in the way it works out. It is a game played without an umpire!”