As humans (or at least one human in particular – me), we (I), build expectations.
What I’ve observed lately in myself is that what I once wanted to do and have just 3 years ago, I kinda do and have at this point in my life.
3 years ago I said, “If I just had X, my life would be so easy/complete.”
Trivia question: Now that I have those things, do I feel like my life is easy/complete?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Why are you asking me a trivia question
Well if you answered B, you are right. If you answered C, not sure if just felt right.
I want more, expect more, and continue to want to push in my life.
I think we all do.
Which, is great. It leads to success, growth, and a sense of accomplishment.
But I believe life is also about gratitude and peace.
Those two things usually come when you take a step back and appreciate the things that you ‘expect’ to happen.
Your partner doing something nice for you, even if they’ve done it a lot already.
Your work congratulating you on a great day, even if to you it’s same old same old.
Appreciating your job, role, and life, even if it’s not what you want in the future.
A tricky balance between “I want more” and “I’m happy with what I have” is a constant struggle for me.
What about you?
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