Often used playfully among friends to brag lightly or tease each other.

Friendly Teasing

Common in entertainment contexts, like celebrities or fictional characters showing off.

Cultural References

The phrase doesn't mean to actually consume one's heart; it's figurative for feeling envy.

It highlights the emotional response someone might have over their decisions or missed opportunities.

Can imply the person will later feel regret for not appreciating something or someone when they had the chance.

Sometimes it exposes a sense of schadenfreude, or finding amusement in another’s misfortune.