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Emotional Quote by Albert Bandura

“Except for events that carry great weight, it is not experience per se, but how they match expectations, that governs their emotional impact” quote by Albert Bandura
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“Except for events that carry great weight, it is not experience per se, but how they match expectations, that governs their emotional impact”

Albert Bandura

About This Quote

Source Book: Social Learning Theory, Albert Bandura, 1977

Emotional impact depends more on how events align with expectations than on the events themselves.

In simple terms: Impact is shaped by expectations, not just events.

Key Takeaway

Check and adjust expectations to manage emotions.

Themes

psychology expectations emotion

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • stressful events
  • goal setting
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

cognitive appraisal expectancy theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do your expectations shape your emotional responses?
  • Can you reframe expectations to reduce distress?
A Different Perspective

Expectations can be biased, leading to misinterpretation of events.

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