Expectation effects

In David Robson’s book The Expectation Effect, he covers a broad range of research that demonstrates how our expectations and beliefs can actually influence our health, happiness, and even survival.

It turns out that it’s not just what you do that matters — what you think is going to happen and the role you think your actions play in that outcome matter a great deal as well.

Consider Dr. Carol Dweck’s research, where she demonstrated that people who believe in their ability to grow are more likely to take on challenges, persist when things get tough, and see failure as an opportunity to learn.

It matters that you believe that you will come out of a challenge stronger and wiser.

It genuinely pays off to believe in yourself.