Whose Expectations Do You Live Up To?

Have you ever noticed how few individuals actually appear happy, or satisfied with themselves and their lives? Even the majority of those many consider successful in their field of endeavor, often seem unhappy, or even somewhat miserable? Do you strive to meet or exceed your expectations, or the expectations of others? How much time and attention do you pay worrying about, or thinking about, or pondering what others think about you or what you do, as opposed to committing to absolute and meaningful introspection? Do you do what you might consider the best course of action, or because that's what others do, or how everyone else does something?

1. Are your goals and expectations yours, or others? The most important thing for each of us to consider and remember is that you can only control yourself and what you do, and aspire to achieve, and, while one might hope to positively influence others, the only one you can really control, and are actually responsible for, is yourself! Beware of playing "follow the leader," because solely because someone else may be in a position of leadership or influence, often does not mean that he is even close to perfect, and automatically correct. Each of us must make our own personal decisions, and must assume responsibility for what we do, attempt, aim for, or expect! Don't let what others do, say, etc., be your only consideration! How much time do you commit to personal introspection, positive expectations, and creating and preparing a personal action plan that aligns with what you wish to achieve?

2. If you commit to excellence, and maintain a truly positive attitude, your expectations should be both progressive and meaningful. If you fail to believe that you will be great (and better than the norm, or crowd), the reality is that there is little chance to achieve greatness. Whatever one's mind conceives of, and actually perceives, will usually direct what is achievable! Unless your goals are your goals, why would they motivate you? Why would you expect someone else's goals to motivate you to persistent and consistent actions and behaviors?
Each individual has his own personal perspectives. These inner feelings, thoughts, goals and mindset, are normally our greatest influencers! Are you willing to take personal responsibility for every aspect of you, and your behaviors and actions? This begins with how you anticipate what will happen, which transform to your expectations, which often control your behaviors and feelings. Only when you opt to strive to live up to your own expectations, rather than those of others, can you become the best you can be!