J-emine's reflexionando

Time after time, I come to comprehend “expectations” is such a dangerous being. Yes, I’m going to term it as a “being”, a little sucker that’s able to elevate you sky high and drop you right down to the pits. It comes in all different forms, but most importantly when communicated or interpreted wrongly, it can become detrimental to your relationships (personal or professional).

My “expectations” on work – has bought on a steep learning curve. I made mistakes, accepted these mistakes and move on. My work expectations has pushed me beyond my boundaries, surfaced my work insecurities and shine on my strengths.

My “expectations” in the love front – needs a lot of working on!! But at 31, there’s no point in wasting my time on those that aren’t worth or shown the worth for me to give them my time. It’s about clear “expectations” which will allow two to grow together; with distinctive self- identity, space and wanting to compromise at a comfortable pace for both to embrace the difference and expectations

My “expectations” in friendship – this is a tricky one. I’m still figuring some of it out. I’ll come back to this space…

But thank god for those that I know are more than just friends, they are family. These are the ones where we keep constant checks and tabs on each other (not a one sided thing) and basically come to each other with all the good and bad occurrences, knowing we got each others’ back and support.These are the keepers.

My “expectations” has left me with some painful and humbling experiences and I know on this path, there’s more to come. Note to self on this, manage your OWN expectations and don’t seek for answers elsewhere. You’ll never find it.

On a side note, increased my run to 45 mins today. The natural detoxification is pure awesomeness!