Passive communicators will keep their opinions unvoiced and to themselves in stressful or complex situations. Passive means to be inactive in how you act and react to any situation, it is when you take a stand back and either don't get involved in situations at all or you don't let your opinions known to others. It's like being in the background in situations.
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A healthier way of reacting would be to congratulate your friend and be happy that they made the team. Support them and practice with them so you can try out for the team next year.