Expectations – Episode 186

Do you have unrealistic expectations of other people? Or, maybe, of yourself? How does this hurt? * What are “expectations”? * “Expectations are pre-meditated resentments” — how do you see this as true? * How can expectations set you up for disappointment? * How do your expectations of yourself hurt you? * How do you deal with other people's expectations of you? * How do you * let go of unrealisitic expectations? * set realistic / reasonable expectations and boundaries? * When has letting go of expectations improved an experience for you? Eric referred to several other websites: * Recovery Table blog: Expectations, Acceptance, and Serenity * A forum discussion about boundaries and expectations. * Change-Effect blog: expectation versus reality. A correspondant mentioned the Hand in Hand Parenting support organization and how it had helped her. Upcoming topics include a talk with Alateen sponsors, and the question “how am I trustworthy?” Please call us at 734-707-8795 or email [email protected] with your questions or experience, strength and hope. Or just leave a comment right here. Music from the show The Rolling Stones: No Expectations https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rIqBeMZAMc The Beatles: Let it Be Jimi Hendrix: Castles Made of Sand https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afMGxknptco