What is it about our expectations, plans, or ideas that hold such sway over us? It is as if we've written a script for a play of our lives that runs about a month ahead of actual life; if reality varies from what we've created in our minds we disengage or pout. Holly Sprink
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What is it about our expectations, plans, or ideas that hold such sway over us? It is as if we've written a script for a play of our lives that runs about a month ahead of actual life; if reality varies from what we've created in our minds we disengage or pout. If you get an unexpected bonus at work, you can’t help but feel happy. But what if the bonus is the result of a nefarious scheme? You might start to believe that your boss is out to get you, and your joy turns to anger and bitterness. When a friend says they're going to pick you up, you say "oh no," because of a fear that they may not show up.

This kind of reaction is all too common. How often have we found ourselves in these situations? And how often do we react by doing nothing to change the situation?

Source: Faith Postures: Cultivating Christian Mindfulness

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