Adjusting Expectations

Much of our unhappiness or disappointment is caused by having expectations. I’ve spent the last 8 months planning a trip to Yellowknife and Banff, Canada, with my daughter and daughter-in-law. The original reason for going was to see the aurora borealis, and our information was that our chances were 97% this time of year. This morning I checked the forecast—make that a 40% chance.

Momentarily, I was disappointed. But then, I realized no one knows for sure when these magical lights will appear. Besides, I will be in new surroundings with two people I love, seeing beauty and experiencing wonder. What could be better than that?

You write it: What is your experience with expectations?