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Expectation Quote by Steve Maraboli

“Service and gratitude will fuel your relationship; entitlement and expectation will poison it.” quote by Steve Maraboli
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““Service and gratitude will fuel your relationship; entitlement and expectation will poison it.””

Steve Maraboli

About This Quote

Source Book: "The Power of Positive Thinking" by Steve Maraboli, 2005

Gratitude and service strengthen relationships, while entitlement and expectation degrade them.

In simple terms: Gratitude builds, entitlement breaks.

Key Takeaway

Practice gratitude, avoid entitlement.

Themes

relationships gratitude entitlement

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

self‑help motivational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • workplace
  • community service

Key Concepts

social psychology emotional intelligence reciprocity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you show gratitude daily?
  • What expectations do you need to release?
A Different Perspective

Expectations can be realistic yet harmful.

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