Expectation Quote by Wendell Berry
“Living without expectations is hard but, when you can do it, good. Living without hope is harder, and that is bad. You have got to have hope, and you must'nt shirk it. Love, after all, hopeth all things. But maybe you must learn, and it is hard learning, not to hope out loud, especially for other people. You must not let your hope turn into expectation.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Unsettling of America, Wendell Berry, 1977
Balancing hope and expectation is essential; hope fuels perseverance while expectation can lead to disappointment.
In simple terms: Hope drives action; expectation can trap you.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate hope without demanding outcomes.
Themes
hope
expectation
resilience
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- relationships
- career challenges
- health recovery
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture hope without setting expectations?
- What signs show hope becoming expectation?
A Different Perspective
Expectations may arise unintentionally, causing frustration.
