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“If you have expectations, you try to put your standards on someone else's behavior. The fact is you can't control anyone but yourself, so creating standards, as opposed to expectations, keeps the ball in your court.” quote by Daphne Oz
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“If you have expectations, you try to put your standards on someone else's behavior. The fact is you can't control anyone but yourself, so creating standards, as opposed to expectations, keeps the ball in your court.”

Daphne Oz

About This Quote

Source Book: Real Food, Real Life by Daphne Oz, 2015

You can only control your own actions; set personal standards instead of expecting others to meet your expectations.

In simple terms: Control yourself, not others.

Key Takeaway

Focus on personal standards.

Themes

self‑control expectations personal responsibility

Mood

reflective calm

Type

advice self‑help

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • personal growth
  • self‑improvement

Key Concepts

psychology boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you shift from expecting to setting standards?
  • What personal standards will improve your relationships?
A Different Perspective

Expectations can still affect emotions even if you try to control them.

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