Episode 257: How Fantasy Fuels Unrealistic Expectations

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You know that feeling when things don't go as planned and you're left feeling disappointed? Yeah, we've all been there. This week on the Black Girls Heal podcast, we're diving deep into how to manage unrealistic expectations in your relationships so you can avoid those heartbreaks.


We're going to break down how to set realistic standards, the difference between your hopes and someone else's reality, and why putting people on pedestals is a one-way ticket to heartbreak. 


Tune in to learn how to keep your heart happy and your expectations in check.


In this episode, we cover…

  • 03:32 Understanding why you have unrealistic expectations

  • 04:02 The impact of high expectations in relationships

  • 04:35 How to balance standards and emotional safety

  • 05:43 Why you should see people for who they are

  • 10:16 How to avoid the pedestal trap

  • 15:59 Breaking the cycle of unrealistic expectations


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Shena Lashey