Our expectations set the atmosphere of our days. To put it more accurately, our responses to how those expectations turn out fuel the overall impressions we carry. When those expectations are unrealistic, we are setting ourselves up for a battle with our emotions. So often we seek a Christmas season that matches the highlight reels shared on social media or the scripted scenes we see in movies. We can be left feeling like we have failed in some way and take that frustration out on those around us. Or at least, that has been true for me at times. What if there is another way?
Making space for 'good enough' and the unexpected
Making space for 'good enough' and the…
Making space for 'good enough' and the unexpected
Our expectations set the atmosphere of our days. To put it more accurately, our responses to how those expectations turn out fuel the overall impressions we carry. When those expectations are unrealistic, we are setting ourselves up for a battle with our emotions. So often we seek a Christmas season that matches the highlight reels shared on social media or the scripted scenes we see in movies. We can be left feeling like we have failed in some way and take that frustration out on those around us. Or at least, that has been true for me at times. What if there is another way?