Expectations

You're nobody's 'disappointment' but your own.

Viewpoint 1

It is natural that we all think that everyone has expectations for us. Some of us already saw the flaw in this and ditched that mindset.

You cannot live up to anyone's expectation but your own. You can't live your life constantly checking with other people, seeking validation, to see if you're 'making the right choice' or 'doing the right thing'  believe me, you'll only find yourself going around in circles, or constantly stalling! Believe in yourself, nobody knows what you face every single day, not only in your day to day life, but also the battles you fight in your mind as well. Therefore, only you can figure out your own path.

Sure, your closest friends and family know and see your true potential, but it is up to you to realize that you can get there on your own, your own way. Don't end up disappointed because you were afraid to step out of someone else's box they made for you. Besides, everybody has their own road map.

Our instincts tend to guide us through life and help us make the right decisions if you listen close enough. Have a goal, it starts with your passion, have a vision and trust in your own abilities. Set expectations for yourself and don't think about what others expect of you.

Viewpoint 2

Don't put the people in your life in small decorated boxes: Stop setting expectations for anyone but yourself.

Although this also seems natural, don't set expectations for your loved ones to live by, in the hopes that they become your 'perfect'... something. What happens if they don't or can't live up to those expectations? Well, that only leaves room for hurt, resentment and disappointment on either side.

Why would you want to force people to live or be a certain way outside of who they were created to be? Why not give them a chance to show you that given time to adjust to this new freedom, they can be so much more than you've ever imagined?

Everyone has great potential, nobody can live out their true potential if they are being contained in little boxes designed and decorated by someone else, can they? Imagine how much your loved ones will surprise you when you let go of those expectations and just allow them the freedom to find their own path and set their own expectations.

Most importantly, and here's what ties both of these viewpoints together: What if you set expectations of your OWN? What if you start focusing more on how you can be that 'perfect'... something, for YOURSELF?

You would only surprise yourself.