Expectation Reality Check

Describe a time when an expectation you had didn’t align with the reality, and how you grew from that experience.

Having expectations is a natural part of life, but they often don’t match up with our actual experiences. Use this prompt to look at an experience where your expectations and reality were at odds. How has this gap shaped your perception? How has it influenced your formulation of expectations now? How have you grown from it? This prompt will provide a platform to acknowledge the imperfections and uncertainties in life, thereby nurturing resilience and flexibility.