Why Do Expectations Change How We Experience Things?

[Lolita]

Sometimes high expectations lead to disappointment, while low expectations make things feel better than they are. How much do expectations shape your experiences? Have you ever enjoyed something more just because you expected less from it?

 

[Nomad]

Expectations frequently shape my experience. I become happy when my expectations are met and I get sad when they aren't. I get hurt when my expectations aren't met.