May 2024
458: When Expectations Are Not Met
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 relations ... Show More
38m 57s
Jul 2025
3675: A Step-By-Step Guide on Letting Go of Expectations by Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple
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 3675: Rebecca Crespo explores how clinging to expectations can quietly undermine happiness, strain relationships, and fuel ... Show More
10m 1s
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
Jun 2024
3232: How We’re Harmed by Our Dissatisfaction with Ourselves by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Finding Happiness
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Episode 3232:
Leo Babauta explores how our deep-seated dissatisfaction with ourselves hinders our ability to form positive habits, ... Show More
9m 17s
Apr 2025
3577: A Guide to Dealing with Dissatisfaction with Ourselves by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Self Love
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Episode 3577:
Leo Babauta explores the root of our self-dissatisfaction and challenges the common belief that unhappiness with ours ... Show More
10m 26s
Nov 2025
How to Let Go of Everyone Else’s Expectations
So many of our choices are shaped by “shoulds” — expectations handed down from family, society, or social media. In this episode, Dora explores how mindfulness helps you notice whose standards you’re living by and how to release the ones that don’t serve you, so you can live life ... Show More
5m 58s
Jun 2024
3208: Zen Mind in the Middle of Chaos & Stress by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindfulness
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Episode 3208:
In "Zen Mind in the Middle of Chaos and Stress," Leo Babauta explores the transformative power of the Zen Mind to nav ... Show More
10m 36s
Oct 2024
3346: How to Deal Wth Expectations AND 5 Steps to Envision Your Ideal Life by Shirley of Daring Living
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Episode 3346:
Shirley from DaringLiving.com explores how millennials can navigate the often overwhelming expectations placed on the ... Show More
10m 9s
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 expectation ... Show More
