key term - Expectations

Definition

Expectations refer to beliefs about what will happen in the future based on past experiences, assumptions, and cultural norms.

Related terms

Schema:

This is like your cookbook full of recipes - it's a cognitive framework that helps us organize and interpret information.

Confirmation Bias:

This is akin to only using recipes you know will turn out well - it's our tendency to search for and favor information that confirms our existing beliefs while ignoring contradictory evidence.

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy:

It’s like expecting a recipe to fail so you don’t put much effort into it – this expectation influences your behavior in such way that makes your prediction come true.