Letting Go of Expectations and Finding Joy in Imperfect Moments
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"Expectations are the story we make up in our heads of what we want or don't want in a future situation.”
In this episode, Rebecca navigates the complexities of setting expectations during the business of life - specifically during the holiday season. She discusses the emotional and social complexities of the holiday season, the journey of managing and redefining expectations to create a more enjoyable and fulfilling holiday experience, and more.
Listen to Rebecca as she shares her strategies for balancing reality with your desired experiences.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Practice gratitude and look for the bright side of circumstances to shift your mindset and experience more joy during the holiday season
- Embrace the change and let go of rigid expectations to create new, positive experiences even in the face of challenging circumstances
- Avoid attaching yourself too tightly to expectations, as doing so can lead to disappointment
Things to listen for:
[01:39] Why expectations can lead to disappointments
[09:35] Managing expectations during life changes
[12:58] Media’s influence on unrealistic expectations
[14:06] Hold loosely to expectations to experience joy
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