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“Disappointment is a sort of bankruptcy -- the bankruptcy of a soul that expends too much in hope and expectation.”
Eric Hoffer
“Unhappiness is best defined as the difference between our talents and our expectations”
Edward de Bono
“Apprehension, uncertainty, waiting, expectation, fear of surprise, do a patient more harm than any exertion”
Florence Nightingale
“Think little goals and expect little achievements. Think big goals and win big success.”
David Joseph Schwartz
“One of the common denominators I have found is that expectations rise above that which is expected.”
George W. Bush
“Happiness equals reality minus expectations”
Tom Magliozzi
“I am open to the guidance of synchronicity, and do not let expectations hinder my path.”
Dalai Lama
“.. almost everything – all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure - these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important. Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart.”
Steve Jobs
“Never idealize others. They will never live up to your expectations. Don't over-analyse your relationships. Stop playing games. A growing relationship can only be nurtured by genuineness.”
Leo F. Buscaglia
“Anger always comes from frustrated expectations”
Elliott Larson