You may think that reality is immovable, but the truth is, our expectations have a strong influence over how we perceive reality. Don't believe me? Just take a look at this scene from the show "The ...

Expectations for your first months back at college are always higher than the reality. You tell yourself that this semester will be different; you’ll have your life together, stay on top of your ...

Expectations are tricky. On the one hand, they motivate us, guiding our behavior toward goals and achievements. On the other hand, they can be a double-edged sword—leading to disappointment, anxiety, ...

Life often teaches us, sometimes with a heavy hand, that reality rarely aligns with our expectations. We plan vacations that fall flat, careers that veer off course, and relationships that don’t match ...