The subject matter of Entitlement remains relevant…

“The subject matter of Entitlement remains relevant. Entitlement is an attitude: it is the assumption, I am owed what I get. It's a nasty attitude because people are not grateful for what they get. Instead, greed prevails and is expressed as, What have you done for me lately?”

Judith M Bardwick

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Entitlement is the belief of being owed, leading to ingratitude and greed; gratitude counters it.

In simple terms: Entitlement breeds ingratitude and greed.

Key Takeaway

Practice gratitude to counter entitlement.

Themes

entitlement gratitude greed

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

psychological educational

When to use this quote

workplace
family
public policy
personal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology social behavior

Questions to Reflect On

How does entitlement manifest in your life?
What gratitude practices help?

A Different Perspective

Changing deep-seated entitlement may be difficult.

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