Jea-lousy

My feelings on jealousy have recently changed. I used to believe I was a jealous person, even when these feelings where not provoked, but yet it was just in my nature. I have come to realized that although this may be true, I do exhibit great control over these feelings until they are aggravated.
This led me to another thought, why it is so important for people to make others jealous? Is the thought of power or control that is enticing? Or maybe the sudden urge to be appreciated by another. For example, we often make our partner jealous but flirting or commenting about other attractive or enticing people. Using lines that express how other people might find you desirable or sexy. This tactic is nothing new. Letting your partner know you have other options is old news, yet it still stirs up these crazy emotions. No one ever wants to let go of what they have, especially if another person wants it too.
Now a partner that feels neglected or unappreciated may use this ploy to get some attention and gratitude. But isnt there an easier way?

I dont find it attractive when I am presented with people who describe to me all the women that want to have sex with them. It makes the women look like whores and the men look insecure.
It makes me angry to think that someone can subject me to these feelings that are so lousy and hack away a small part of my self esteem with the threat of another women, sorry.. whore.

So to all of you who believe that by making yourself desirable though these tactics of immaturity, get a life. At first it might sting, but in the end you are the one doing the damage. People will realized they have been used, manipulated and will not tolerate it.

Instead tell the person how you are feeling. Demand respect, understanding and communication. And dont try to threaten me with the prospect of leaving or finding someone better. Your threats are empty, and I am better then that.