It's like a child who is used to having ice cream whenever he wants. When it doesn't come when he asks he tends to get confused and nervous
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Compares spoiled children becoming anxious when expected rewards fail to arrive, implying similar behavior in adults.
- In plain terms
- People get nervous when used to getting what they want.
- What can you take from it?
- Manage expectations to avoid unnecessary stress.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What expectations do you have?
- How do you handle disappointment?
Another view
Not all nervousness stems from entitlement.
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