Let go of expectations to find true contentment from "summary" of Finding Your Power to Be Happy: Seven Practices to Bring Unconditional Happiness into Your Life by D.E. Hardesty
When we are constantly seeking happiness through external circumstances, we are setting ourselves up for disappointment. We create expectations that must be met in order for us to feel content. However, this is a flawed approach because external factors are often beyond our control. We cannot rely on them to bring us lasting happiness. True contentment comes from within. It is not dependent on any particular outcome or situation. When we let go of expectations, we free ourselves from the need for things to be a certain way in order for us to be happy. We accept things as they are, without judgment or attachment. By releasing our expectations, we open ourselves up to experiencing life in a more authentic and fulfilling way. We are able to appreciate the present m...
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