“What separates privilege from entitlement is gratitude.” ― Brené Brown
From entitlement grows discontent.
Triggers: We feel jaded for not getting what was already assumed.
Resistance: I had it before, but they took it away (I am a victim)
Expecting entitlement is the trap. We are not actually entitled to anything. Whatever we received previously was a privilege.
Are you entitled to a good life?
A good life is one you work hard for. If it's given to you, you'll not likely enjoy it as much, and you may even feel entitled to it (despite the fact you've done little to actually earn it.)
“When we replace a sense of service and gratitude with a sense of entitlement and expectation, we quickly see the demise of our relationships, society, and economy.” ― Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
The only thing you are entitled to is the opportunity to provide service and express gratitude.
Entitlement is the root of much discontent in the world. In a life where we have so much more than our parents, we miss it completely when we feel we are entitled to more.
And then it hit me...
His comment stuck with me.
John said “How would you feel if you worked at the same place for 10 years without a raise?” And then I realized my income today is probably where it was 10 years ago, but if I look back at my taxes - I’d see that probably isn't the case. I need to factor in where I live today is close to 40% more than where we lived 5 years ago, so you could argue I do earn more. You need to
Wait a minute. I'm self employed. I'm actually earning less today than I did 5 years ago. But I am earning more than I did 10 years ago.
It's entitlement - does 10 years of employment entitle you to a raise?
Are all employees entitled to a raise?
The economy is booming, but not everyone is getting raises. At least around here, most people still feel fortunate if they have a decent job.
Here, we don't measure fairness by whether or not we got a raise.
Did I ever give myself a raise? I don't have that luxury. Every month, I earn what I earn. Nobody gives me anything. If business is good, I'll have a good month. If business is bad, it's reflected in my bank account. No bonus this year.
[You Owe Me: Examining a Generation of Entitlement] (http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/362/you-owe-me-examining-a-generation-of-entitlement)