We all have expectations for our lives and relationships. When our expectations are not met is usually when we are most disappointed, upset, angry, insert negative emotion here. So what do we do? A good place to start is to learn what realistic expectations are for your relationship and learn how to ask for what you need. Listen to today's episode to get the ... Show More
Jul 6
Breaking Old Patterns for Deeper Love with Stefanos Sifandos
FREE 10 Day Couples Challenge Check out Relationship Academy! In this episode, we talk with Stefanos Sifandos about how old wounds, relational patterns, and emotional reactivity can shape the way we show up in love. He shares why healthy relationships require self-awareness, repa ... Show More
57m 9s
Jun 27
What Our Withdrawer Spouse Can Teach Us
FREE 10 Day Couples Challenge Check out Relationship Academy! In this episode, we explore what pursuers can learn from withdrawer partners instead of seeing them as the “problem” in the relationship. Withdrawers often bring steadiness, pacing, self-regulation, and a needed remind ... Show More
54m 8s
Jun 2021
8 Unrealistic Expectations We Have in Relationships & 8 Ways to Replace Them for Success in Love
In every relationship we have, we often set expectations. When these expectations aren’t met, we feel unloved and uncared for. And sometimes, we feel that it’s not working and that it isn’t true love. What we fail to realize is that our expectations are based on our standards, ou ... Show More
36m 11s
Apr 2023
lower your expectations about people [video]
[video available on Spotify] we often find ourselves disappointed with other people. there are times when we set realistic expectations for people, such as expecting somebody to treat you with respect, or to follow the law and not steal from you or harm you. those are realistic, ... Show More
46m 55s
Mar 2023
#60: 5 Reasons You're Not Getting Your Needs Met (& What to Do About It)
<p>In this episode, we're talking all about needs - specifically, looking at some common reasons why you're not getting your needs met in a relationship. It's easy to feel defeated and hurt when our needs are going unmet, but oftentimes there's far more that&a ... Show More
27m 35s
Jun 2024
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 ... Show More
11m 17s
Dec 2024
2420: Are My Expectations Too High by Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling on Self-Love and Authentic Connections
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 2420: Alysha Jeney challenges us to explore the roots of our expectations in relationships, distinguishing between healthy ... Show More
10m 10s