How do you feel when asked you questions such as:
Why haven’t you achieved this or become this at your age.
Some people set a standard for you, with high expectations of you based on your age, family background, or other criteria.
Don’t put yourself under any pressure to impress others, nor to live up to their expectations of you. Set your own goals and expectations according to your capacity to achieve them. You know your strengths, and priorities and income than others do. Therefore your expectations of you are more realistic than other’s expectations for you.
REASONS WHY YOU SHOULDN’T BE PRESSURIZED TO LIVE UP TO PEOPLES’ UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF YOU
Reduced Happiness: True happiness often comes from within and from pursuing goals and desires that align with our values and interests. When you live according to others’ expectations, you may find yourself constantly chasing a standard that doesn’t genuinely fulfil you, leading to a persistent feeling of dissatisfaction.
Limited Personal Growth: By focusing on acquiring things for the sake of meeting people’s expectations of you, you may neglect other areas of your life that require attention, such as personal growth, that genuinely enrich your life. This can result in debt, financial instability, or missed opportunities for more meaningful investments.
Personal Stress: Constantly trying to meet financial obligations that exceed your income can lead to significant stress and anxiety. This stress can have detrimental effects on your mental and physical well-being.
Challenging oneself and pursuing personal interests and passions often leads to growth and development. If you’re constantly prioritizing others’ expectations over your own desires, you may miss out on opportunities for self-discovery and personal evolution.
Therefore, Developing a clear understanding of your financial situation, priorities, setting realistic goals, and making informed decisions are crucial for personal growth, development and a fulfilled life.
