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Are Expectations a Good Thing?

Published February 15, 2026, 09:34

The article examines the concept of expectations and their impact on our lives. It begins with the reading of a book about expectations and the author's identification with personal experiences, quoting Shakespeare's phrase “Disappointment is the child of expectation.” The definition of expectation as the hope for a positive outcome is analyzed, and how it influences our behavior and reactions. Subsequently, examples of disappointments at a social level are presented, such as the Thanasis Nikolaou case, the water shortage in Cyprus, the shortcomings in hospitals, corruption scandals, and the lack of response to cases of domestic violence and racism. The article concludes with a critique of the inaction and lack of accountability from the authorities.