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“I think it would be worse to expect nothing than to be disappointed.” quote by Lucy Maud Montgomery
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“I think it would be worse to expect nothing than to be disappointed.”

Lucy Maud Montgomery

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

It is better to have expectations and face disappointment than to have none at all, as hope fuels effort.

In simple terms: Hope is better than none.

Key Takeaway

Maintain hope, accept possible disappointment.

Themes

hope expectation resilience

Mood

hopeful realistic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career goals
  • relationships
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

psychology motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What expectations drive you forward?
  • How do you cope with unmet hopes?
A Different Perspective

Unrealistic expectations can cause pain.

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