The presenter discusses the mechanics of unrealistic expectations and how they induce heavy doses of emotional suffering, often without much conscious awareness. Some examples of unrealistic expectations in everyday life are shared, including why they can be hard to release. A strategy for dealing with unrealistic expectations and explanation for how to apply the strategy in the shared examples is provided. The importance of being willing to face and work through challenging emotions in order to effectively reduce expectations is communicated. The ways that people often flounder with indecision instead of accepting reality are explained. The ways that maintaining unrealistic expectations can influence and worsen Borderline Personality Disorder are identified. FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO... http://smarterthanbpd.info

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