Interesting Psychology Team
5 – To Change for You
Whether it be a friend or romantic partner, and there’s just something about them that you are secretly hoping will change, the reality is, it likely won’t. Think about what it is that you’re expecting of them. Is it significant and realistic? If so, it might be worth a conversation.
They may share something about themselves that you were not aware of that contributes to their personality. And this could shift your perception of them and make whatever you were hoping to change seem less significant.
You shouldn’t be so rigid that you try to fit others into this mold of what you want them to be. If you just can’t seem to accept them the way they are, then you might be better off without them.
However, regardless of your differences, by being understanding, accepting, and loving, they may naturally develop into what you desire or something even more remarkable.
6 – Doing The Right Thing
Life isn’t always fair, and everyone has different morals and values. So, we can’t constantly expect others to do what we deem to be acceptable. Their actions and behaviors might be what is right for them.
You’ll save yourself from a lot of disappointment and heartache by simply understanding that other people’s behaviors won’t always align with your beliefs. It’s best to have an open and honest conversation right from the start about what is and isn’t appropriate. Doing so will help avoid conflicts and confusion.
7 – Being OK All The Time
Do you always feel like you’re on top of the world and can take on anything? Probably not. So, you shouldn’t expect that from others. You never know what’s going on in someone’s life. They could be sick, exhausted, or stressed. Or they could be dealing with a problem at work, school, or in another relationship.
Telling someone to shake it off can seem insensitive and dismissive of whatever it is they’re going through. We all experience ups and downs, and when someone is down, you should try to react with compassion and kindness. That could be just what they need to get them out of that slump.
8 – A Relationship at Any Cost
People come into your life for a reason, season, or a lifetime. Sometimes that reason is just to teach you a lesson. Other times, they could be there a little bit longer, but you have to accept that that season will eventually come to an end.
These people are the ones that are often the toughest to release, but sometimes the happy ending is simply letting go. It’s the lifetime ones that you should really cherish. They’ll be by your side in the good times and the bad.
There will also be times where you have to stand on your own. This can be uncomfortable and lonely, but you will learn just how strong and resilient you truly are, so don’t back away from these situations either.
People will rarely meet all of your expectations. Sometimes they might not even know something’s off, and other times you just have to accept them for how they are. Expectations can cause turmoil in relationships.
They’re only natural, of course, but you shouldn’t set them so high that no one can reach them. The most important thing is to find a balance between your expectations of others and whatyou have to offer.
