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

Published: June 24, 2024, 7 a.m.

b'Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\\nEpisode 2218:\\nLeo 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.\\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/freedom/\\nQuotes to ponder:\\n"Our expectations of others often cause our own struggles and frustrations."\\n"Without expectations laid on others, we could see the good in others, instead of only how they fall short of our expectations."\\n"Seeing their non-ideal behavior, can you see that the other person is likely acting from a place of pain, fear, or uncertainty?"\\nEpisode references:\\nThe Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'