Expectations shape how we interact with our families. Our friends. Our bosses and our colleagues. Our brains are expectation-sensitized machines. Expectations shape how we interact with our families.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Curiosity expert improving engagement, innovation, and productivity. Over-promising and under-delivering is one of the quickest ...

In any romantic relationship, managing expectations is crucial for maintaining harmony and satisfaction. Unrealistic expectations can lead to frustration, resentment, and conflict, while well-managed ...

Between family dynamics, cross-country travel and expensive shopping, the holidays can take a toll on your mental health. As Coloradans prepare to sit down for Thanksgiving dinner, managing ...

Here’s another point to keep in mind to manage our expectations. As we talked about in our previous writing, marriages tend to evolve into a partnership – partners are more like companions rather than ...

As we embark on the unknown journey ahead of us this New Year, the collective air is infused with aspirations for new beginnings, personal growth and the pursuit of excellence. Don't you agree? The ...

It’s been 70 years since Douglas McGregor sketched a management theory at MIT Sloan that leaders still ignore—and their teams pay the price. Known as Theory X and Theory Y, McGregor’s framework built ...

Headline news: The summer is upon us, and we are in desperate need of a summer vacation and a way to “recharge our engine.” The reasons are clear. Beyond the fears of global wars and continuing ...