Unrealistic expectations can set people up to fail. Here's how they can accomplish their goals without damaging their self-esteem and relationships in the process, writes GroverSean
Inflated expectations can damage your self-esteem, relationships, and outlook.Source: Photo by Stormseeker on UnsplashOver-hyped expectations can have a devastating impact on your life in three key areas:“I’m going to increase my income in the first quarter by 300 percent.”Writing a novel, losing weight, and increasing your income are great
. But when you marry them to unrealistic expectations, you’re setting the stage for self-defeat. Consequently, your self-esteem takes a big hit as you give yourself too little credit for efforts and fault yourself for missing impractical deadlines.“My romantic partner should know my needs without me asking.”“My coworkers need to recognize how valuable I am to them.”
Turgid expectations strain relationships. Constantly putting pressure on friends, coworkers, or romantic partners to meet your demands is a real buzzkill. They start to feel bullied and burdened by you. The more emotionally demanding you are, the more people will avoid you.“Why does incompetence always surround me?”Bitter, critical, and harsh, you expect the world to meet your extreme expectations. Rather than faulting yourself for expecting too much, you find fault in everything.
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