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I’ll be sharing what I think happens from having high expectations.

What Happens From Having High Expectations?

Having high expectations can lead to a perfectionism handicap. It also brings low self esteem at times.

perfectionism being the cause of having too high expectations

It feels right to describe it as a mental loop that takes personal satisfaction to overcome. Even that might be wrong with how negative of an outcome it is to have perfectionism hold you back. It’s having unrealistic expectations.

low self esteem coming from high expectations

Overly high expectations can be yet another thing that holds you back. It sets expectations that if not met they may lead to beating themselves up. Instead of boosting confidence it continues to wound an already low perception of self.