Listen "Expectations Setting to Manage Disappointment and Create a Better Reality with JK Winders"
Episode Synopsis
Everyone has a dream life — we envision what we want for Christmas, where we'll go for summer, or the careers we want to have. Everyone does expectations setting in their lives when they plan, from their hopes for the year to career objectives. Sometimes those goals help us create something wonderful. Other times, not meeting them leads to disappointment.In this episode, JK Winders discusses how 2021 went for him and the unmet expectations that gave way to a season of healing. He shares his insights on expectations setting, exploring his own experiences on struggling with high standards and disappointments. Lastly, he talks about setting healthy expectations and creating a beautiful life. Listen to the episode to nurture your relationship with expectations and deal with disappointment healthily.3 Reasons to Listen:Find out how 2021 didn't go as JK planned — and yet, it all turned out fine.Reflect on how you handle disappointment. Discover how expectations setting helps you create the life you want to live yourself. About JK WindersJK Winders is a visual artist, creative director and consultant, documentarian, and avid explorer. Born and raised in Georgia, he has also coexisted in the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles, California, the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, and several places in between. At his core, he is a storyteller. He uses the mediums of photography, the written word, and design to tell stories. Visit his website to learn more about his portfolio.ResourcesDodgeball: A True Underdog StoryEpisode DetailsEpisode Highlights[03:52] Christmas For JKJK has been a fan of the Christmas season for his whole life. His mother, an expert decorator, would transform the house into a winter wonderland. His family had a tradition of unwrapping one gift on Christmas Eve. Every year, he knew that the gift would be pajamas.He would have trouble sleeping due to excitement about Santa's giftsThroughout the day, they would revel in their Christmas gifts and desserts before gathering at the dining table to talk about goals.[5:57] Facing RealityEach year, his expectations for Christmas increased until he reached the point where the season no longer lived up to what he thought he wanted.Reality hits JK as Christmas decorations and gifts took a minimalistic and practical approach compared to the previous years.The question, "Are expectations good or bad?" arose after observing the changes in the Christmas atmosphere.[07:15] How 2021 Went For JKJK started 2021 intending to regain the momentum lost in 2020.However, some expectations weren't met. Everything...
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