Life Is Relationships

How To Avoid The Disappointment Of Unexpressed Expectations

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One of the most difficult things to navigate in marriage is unexpressed expectations. We all have certain things we anticipate that we never express to our partner. As a result, we’re disappointed when situations don’t turn out the way we hoped. Seth and Alicia Williams share tips for being vulnerable with your spouse and keeping the lines of communication open so you can love each other well.

QUOTES TO REMEMBER

  • “Really good, healthy communication is a learned thing. It’s not something that we’re born with.” — Alicia Williams
  • “If we know we’re loved, we can be vulnerable.” — Alicia Williams
  • “As we journey into the heart of the Father more, we begin to mature, and forgiveness happens quicker.” — Seth Williams
  • Then Peter approached him and asked, “Lord, how many times must I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? As many as seven times?”

    • “I tell you, not as many as seven,” Jesus replied, “but seventy times seven.”

      — Matthew 18:21-22 (CSB)

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