Burdened Quote by Douglas Adams
“A life that is burdened with expectations is a heavy life. Its fruit is sorrow and disappointment.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, 1979
Heavy expectations weigh down life, leading to sorrow and disappointment.
In simple terms: Expectations can burden and cause disappointment.
Key Takeaway
Release unrealistic expectations.
Themes
expectations
burden
disappointment
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- career planning
- family expectations
- personal goals
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations do you truly need?
- How can you balance ambition and well‑being?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes expectations motivate achievement.
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