<!-- bryant-content-generator:start --> # People often expect of others what they expect of... > People often expect of others what they expect of themselves. Someone with plenty of free time may expect an instant reply, while busy, productive people understand that thoughtful responses can take days or longer, so their expectations need not become your obligations. **Source:** [[livestreams/Courage, Imperfection, and Sustainable Change - Workbook|Courage, Imperfection, and Sustainable Change]] ## Share on Social Media ``` “People often expect of others what they expect of themselves. Someone with plenty of free time may expect an instant reply, while busy, productive people understand that thoughtful responses can take days or longer, so their expectations need not become your obligations.” — Bryant McGill https://bryantmcgill.com/quotes/quotes-people-often-expect-need-become-obligations ``` <!-- bryant-content-generator:end -->