Mindfulness of Expectations

Without being mindful of it, we may be afflicted from the myriad ways in which our expectations can trap us in negative reactions and stress. This is sometimes referred to as the tyranny of expectations. They can plague our daily life, causing us to be tense, irritable, disappointed, and disillusioned. The good news is that we do not have to continue to suffer from this tyranny.  It is one of the most troublesome areas of life, yet it is also changeable. Even a little mindful effort makes a huge difference. But first we must penetrate the nature of expectations, observe how they manifest themselves in our lives, and be able to access another way of approaching the future. To truly be in the moment, to not be defined by expectation, requires mindful clarity; a heart conditioned by love, compassion, and empathetic joy for others; and equanimity that allows us to receive life however it unfolds

 

You are invited to listen in and join us as we do meditation practices and hear teaching that invites freedom from the tyranny of expectations.