Let Go Of Expectations
We cannot even understand ourselves, so it is futile to think that we can fully understand other people.
- Normally, we would not do something inconsistent with our values and goals, so we cannot demand others to fulfill our expectations if it is not consistent with their own interests.
- We also fail to realize how the other person may resent us for expecting something they cannot fulfill.
- A better option is to let go of expectations and find something positive, something you are grateful for.
- If things don’t turn out the way you wanted to, you will feel serenity, not resentment.
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