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If a Roman Emperor Couldn’t Get It, Why Should We Expect It?

Jeffrey S. Nevid
21 April 2025
7 min
PME 3

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At work, we often expect others to put our needs first—this can lead to disappointment. It may happen when people don’t meet their responsibilities. The key is learning to cope with unmet expectations.
READ: If a Roman Emperor Couldn’t Get It, Why Should We Expect It?

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