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The Unexpected Power of Having No Expectations

Derek Strike
7 min readApr 3, 2024

‘Expectation is the root of all heartache.’ — Shakespeare

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Do you ever feel weighed down by your own expectations?

It’s like carrying a backpack filled with ‘what-ifs’ and ‘should-haves.’ There is this constant cycle of stress, disappointment, and unmet expectations.

Wouldn’t it be great to live a life where you can enjoy every moment without limitations?

Emptying that backpack could be the key to a happier, more fulfilling life. This is the power of living without expectations. By releasing the need to control outcomes, you open yourself up to a world of possibilities, leading to a more peaceful, fulfilling, and resilient existence.

In this article, We’ll explore the reasons why having no expectations can change your life and discover practical ways to develop this mindset.

In fact, the key to a more fulfilling life has been within you all along.

Let’s take a look.

The benefit of having no expectations

Reduced Stress and Anxiety

Living with expectations can lead to stress and anxiety, making it difficult to manage life’s challenges.

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Derek Strike
Derek Strike

Written by Derek Strike

Writing is about becoming conscious. Nothing in life is of any value unless it is shared with others. Love to learn and be challenged.

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