Expectations

Someone sent this to me at work today, and I thought that it made sense to share it with everyone.

Our expectations will certainly influence the results we
get, so it pays to expect the very best. What has to be done,
though, when in spite of our best efforts, we are not meeting
expectations?

The answer is really simple. It's as easy as adjusting to
reality, making the most of what is available, adjust our
sights and move forward. There's no sense in becoming
dissatisfied, disappointed, or disillusioned. These 3 D's
are self-defeating and will not us bring anything of value.

If we choose to look closely, there is often positive energy
resulting from failing to meet expectations. (Actually there
might be more positive energy resulting from failure than
from achievement but that's another story.) With each
disappointment we have the opportunity to learn and apply
new thinking. We have the opportunity to fine-tune our
approach so that our positive expectations become more
attainable than before.

When we expect something of real, meaningful value, we will
eventually get it, though often not in the way we initially
thought. What may at one time seem to be a disappointment
often turns out to be a positive step forward.

Life is filled with surprises. Even the surprises that look
as if they're defeating our expectations could actually end
up strengthening our position.

Through it all, think positively and continue to expect the
best. The more completely and honestly we do so, the more
we'll have every turn of events working in our favor.