Calmly Coping

Do You Have Unrealistic Expectations? Here’s What To Do

Jul 30, 2025
Feeling like you’re never enough? The discussion highlights how unrealistic expectations can harm mental health, particularly for high achievers. It offers insights on recognizing when your goals don’t serve you, and provides strategies to recalibrate them without losing your drive. Self-awareness and self-compassion take center stage as essential tools for maintaining ambition while preserving your peace of mind. Tune in for practical ways to achieve a balanced life amidst the pressures of ambition.
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INSIGHT

Unrealistic Expectations Harm Mental Health

  • Unrealistic expectations cause anxiety, pressure, and stress by being misaligned with your true capacity and circumstances.
  • These expectations often harm mental health even if they push you forward in achievements.
ADVICE

Double Your Time Estimates

  • Double your time estimates to create realistic margins and reduce stress from underestimating task durations.
  • Planning for more time is a practical way to sustain productivity without mental exhaustion.
ADVICE

Use Self-Compassion Against Perfectionism

  • Counter rigid perfectionism by practicing self-compassion, accepting mistakes as learning opportunities.
  • Replace harsh self-criticism with kindness to improve resilience and mental health.
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