Expectation Quotes
Expectation is the root of all heartache.
"Expectation is the root of all heartache."— William Shakespeare
Download in different sizes
Meaning of this quote
Disappointment can follow expectations, but the saying overstates the relation if read as a complete explanation of suffering. It encourages examining assumptions.
Key takeaway:
Check whether an expectation is realistic and clearly understood.
Origin of the quote
Modern saying wrongly credited to Shakespeare.
Who actually said this?
Likely misattributedShakespeare specialists find no corresponding line in his works. The exact original author remains unknown.
