The difference between expectation and reality is often the source of significant discontent. Life trains us to search for ideals: the perfect partner, job, life, outcome. Unfortunately this almost never arises and even if it did, it would be fleeting. Thus there is a real potential for ongoing and almost contentious self inflicted suffering. Thankfully, happiness is closer than you think. By embracing mindfulness we can begin to see and address the impact of our expectations. In this episode, I share with you a talk that I have released on Insight Timer - the #1 meditation app for sleep, anxiety, & stress. Connect:Web: zachary-phillips.comSocial: @zacpphillips Current offerings:- Hunt Your Own Shadow: free 12 week email course- Insight Timer: guided audio courses & free meditations- Skillshare: video courses on personal development- How To Get Your Sh!t Together: the last self-help book you will ever read- Bound To The Wings of a Butterfly: best selling poetry collection- How To Write Evocative Poetry: a guidebook for unlocking creativity- 1 on 1 Coaching & Mentoring: Video Calls & Voice/Text Coaching