When something’s got to give: Simran Mangharam on unrealistic expectations in love

Let things go. Cut each other some slack. You may not always know what a partner is going through. When in doubt, lead with empathy.

In our relationship journeys, we are all guilty of having unrealistic expectations from our partners. As we get deeper into a relationship, we get a more realistic understanding of what we can expect from each other. In a healthy relationship, a couple can navigate this appropriately and find a comfortable operating style that keeps both satisfied. But, as an ever-evolving human race, the dynamics of our relationships keep changing with life experiences and the various circumstances we find ourselves in.