Uncommunicated expectations are silent agreements we make in our minds, then punish others for breaking. We assume people should know what we need, how we feel, or what we hoped for — without ever expressing it. This creates invisible pressure, quiet disappointments, and growing resentment in relationships, workplaces, and friendships. We get hurt not by what people did, but by what we expected them to do. Clear communication is an act of love and leadership. When we speak honestly, we give others a chance to understand, respond, and show up. Expectation without communication is a trap. Say it before you resent it.