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”
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.
Check and adjust expectations to manage emotions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- stressful events
- goal setting
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your expectations shape your emotional responses?
- Can you reframe expectations to reduce distress?
Expectations can be biased, leading to misinterpretation of events.