2218: When Your Expectations of Others is Making You Frustrated by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mental Freedom & Relationships

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2218: Leo Babauta explores how our expectations of others often lead to frustration, anger, and disappointment. He explains that while we can't control others' behavior, we can manage our own expectations and cultivate self-compassion, leading to greater peace and understanding in our relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/freedom/ Quotes to ponder: "Our expectations of others often cause our own struggles and frustrations." "Without expectations laid on others, we could see the good in others, instead of only how they fall short of our expectations." "Seeing their non-ideal behavior, can you see that the other person is likely acting from a place of pain, fear, or uncertainty?" Episode references: The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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