Is it wrong to expect something in a friendship?

Someone who does a huge favor for a friend should do it because it is the right thing to do. If he or she expects the other person to be appreciative—indefinitely—that person is likely to be disappointed. In fact, really big favors tend to interrupt friendships.

Can you have a friendship without expectations?

Having a ‘no-expectation’ friendship won’t create disappointment & keep your friends closer. This Friendship Day, make sure to tell your friends how much they mean to you and you would do anything to keep them in your life. Even if it means having no expectations at all!

How do you expect less from others?

9 Things You Need to Stop Expecting From Others

1. Don’t expect people to agree every time you speak.
2. Don’t expect others to acknowledge you when you berate yourself.
3. Don’t expect others to respect you when you don’t respect yourself.
4. Don’t expect others to tell you what to do when you have no idea what you want.

Why do people give to others without expecting anything in return?

We’re wired for it. And people do business with other people. So when you learn to generally give to those people without expecting them to do something in return, you win. You’ll perceive the world differently, and if we’re being honest be a better person because of it.

Do you need nothing in return to be happy?

When you keep the cycle going it never stops, and you will always see your giving returned in some way — it may just be in a completely different manner that you expect. So keep giving and do it often, knowing that the joy inside is more than enough. Needing nothing in return is a powerful place to be!

Do you expect something in return from someone you love?

But don’t EXPECT something in return. Be grateful for the gifts you get back, they will come. But also be grateful for the positive impact you have on someone’s life. That is more valuable than getting thanks or a gift in return.

Do you expect anything in return when you give thanks?

But don’t EXPECT something in return. Be grateful for the gifts you get back, they will come. But also be grateful for the positive impact you have on someone’s life. That is more valuable than getting thanks or a gift in return. I also recommend you read Learning to let go: cultivating connections without attachment by Sophie Dubus.