Do you get disappointed when…?

@AmbiePam (97672)
United States
April 25, 2025 3:40pm CST
I had some good news so I told someone close to me. I expected a “Great!”, but got a “That’s nice”. It’s not their fault I was expecting more enthusiasm, but I was let down. Do you get disappointed when you share good news, and the person you tell is less than enthused?
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@RasmaSandra (84398)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
25 Apr
There have been some times yes. I think people feel some envy so there is that,
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
25 Apr
That’s true too.
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@Juliaacv (53188)
• Canada
25 Apr
My former manager was like that, very uninterested and really down for most things she could have been up for.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
25 Apr
That is so off putting. It must have brought down the entire office.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
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@Juliaacv (53188)
• Canada
26 Apr
@AmbiePam Yes and no, she had a couple of favorites, I wasn't in that small number. I was actually glad that I wasn't in that select group. But now all is well as I have a new manager and she is awesome.
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@GardenGerty (163232)
• United States
26 Apr
I am sorry that happened. I really very seldom share much good news, or bad.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
Thanks, Heather. Well, we’re here if you ever want to with us.
@snowy22315 (188525)
• United States
25 Apr
I guess .I would have been tempted to say with a smile, your enthusiasm isunderwhelming
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
25 Apr
I should have
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@LadyDuck (473304)
• Switzerland
26 Apr
Yes, same as you. My father was the one who always showed enthusiasm, while my Mom was the kind who always made me disappointed.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
I try really hard to validate a person who has exciting news. Not going to be fake, but to have the appropriate respect for something they are excited about.
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@LadyDuck (473304)
• Switzerland
26 Apr
@AmbiePam - You get easily disappointed when you are very happy for great news and someone seems to minimize.
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@DaddyEvil (146705)
• United States
26 Apr
No, I figure they aren't as interested in my life as I am... and I can't blame them for that. We all have different things we care about and think about.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
I think my disappointment lies in WHO I told. But I definitely agree with you.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
@DaddyEvil Never you!
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@DaddyEvil (146705)
• United States
26 Apr
@AmbiePam As long as it isn't me you're disappointed with, then that's okay... I try not to disappoint anyone I talk with on myLot.
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@much2say (57520)
• Los Angeles, California
26 Apr
Ugh, yah, I've been through that kind of disappointment. I guess it's especially disappointing for me because I do try to be a cheerleader when I hear good news from others . . . but I don't necessary get the pom-pom sis boom bah for my news.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
Well, I’m excited to see you as always. You’re like a breath of fresh air!
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@Tampa_girl7 (52250)
• United States
26 Apr
It is definitely a let down when I expect more enthusiasm from someone.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
I’d bet money you never disappoint with a reaction. You’re very sensitive to other people’s feelings.
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@Tampa_girl7 (52250)
• United States
26 Apr
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@rakski (135691)
• Philippines
26 Apr
Oh yeah, many times
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• United States
26 Apr
Yup I absolutely do. Sorry you were disappointed with their response but I'm happy for you
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
Thank you, Marilyn. I appreciate it!
@JudyEv (351855)
• Rockingham, Australia
26 Apr
I can get quite excited about some things, even just a lovely-looking tree, but sometimes others look at me like I'm a bit demented. lol
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
I understand that!
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@Shiva49 (27146)
• Singapore
26 Apr
Some people underplay their true emotions. Thankfully, a few are more enthused than us and make it clear too.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
That’s true.
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@NJChicaa (122583)
• United States
25 Apr
I don't have much expectations for most people these days so I don't often get disappointed.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
25 Apr
That’s the best way to be.
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• Rupert, Idaho
26 Apr
I don't recall, but I know I would feel let down too. Just don't have many people to share news with in life in general anymore.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
@MommyOfEli2013 You will someday soon. In the meantime, Eli updates can count.
@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
We’re always here; I know I am. I’m ready to cheer you on!
• Rupert, Idaho
26 Apr
@AmbiePam Well, wish I had good news to share
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@allknowing (144737)
• India
26 Apr
If they do not react then I would say "Say something"
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
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@choijungeun (2647)
• Hangzhou, China
25 Apr
Once i'll tell some good news to my friends,now i choose to enjoy the happiness alone.Some people just let me down,i guess it's better to isolate myself from this depraved world.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
25 Apr
I’m sorry you feel that way.
@moffittjc (123976)
• Gainesville, Florida
27 Apr
It is such a letdown when that happens, as you expected the other person to share equally in your excitement.
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@pitsipeahie (5180)
26 Apr
Yeah, I get that. In a way, it does sting a little, but I try not to take it personally. I’ve learned it usually says more about where they’re at than about me or what I shared.
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
That is a good point.
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@MarieCoyle (43168)
26 Apr
Yes, it's a let-down when we tell something important and special, and the person we are sharing with doesn't really share our excitement like we thought they would Which is not good in a way--it's important to many to share special things, and if you don't get a good reaction/response, you will probably hesitate to share again, at least with that person. I'm sorry you were let down, Amber. .
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@AmbiePam (97672)
• United States
26 Apr
Aw, thanks, Marie.
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@grenery8 (16318)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
27 Apr
i did get this or when something bad happens, it's just i'm sorry and they shift to the next topic but yes, i don't like when i am cheering for other people and they can't do that for me like, come one, it's not that hard
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