We all carry dreams of how life "should" go—but what happens when those dreams don’t match reality? In this compassionate episode of Midlife with Brooke, host Brooke Oniki offers a heartfelt and faith-rooted framework for releasing disappointment and finding peace in what is—even when it doesn’t look like what you hoped for.Through real-life stories—from missed expectations on vacation to faith transitions in family members—Brooke gently guides you to surrender your resistance, grieve what was lost, and discover the unexpected goodness that can come when you stop arguing with reality.You’ll learn:What it means to grieve the life you expected while embracing the one you’re livingA practical tool to move from resistance to peace: Expectation → Reality → Resistance → Surrender → PeaceHow to reframe unmet hopes without minimizing painHow faith, maturity, and emotional resilience help you love what is—even if it’s not what you plannedThe spiritual growth that comes when you stop needing life to be perfect in order to feel peaceReflection Questions:What was I expecting?What is actually happening?How can I love or learn from this as it is?💌 Get 30 Days of Personalized Offers Starting July 28Join Brooke’s email list to receive a new offer every day—coaching options, in-person events, and more to help you deepen your emotional and spiritual growth.👉 Click here to subscribeFinal Reminder:Loving what is doesn’t mean giving up on your dreams. It means opening your heart to where God is working right now. When you surrender resistance, peace can enter.

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