{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 211: Discovering Opportunity in Unmet Expectations","description":"Summary: In this episode, we\u2019re having the real conversation about unmet expectations\u2014and the choices we have in processing them. Do we dwell in disappointment, or do we discover unexpected opportunities? Without minimizing life\u2019s real challenges, we share personal stories and honest reflections on navigating the gap between what we hoped for and what actually is. We explore the grieving process that often comes with unmet expectations and how it\u2019s okay to feel the weight of that gap. Then, we shift the lens to see how those very moments can hold hidden gifts. From redefining success for our children to embracing growth in ourselves, we uncover how releasing rigid expectations can open the door to joy, purpose, and connection\u2014right here, in the now. Resource Links: Why we're unhappy -- the expectation gap | Nat Ware | TEDxKlagenfurt Diane Alber\u2019s A Little Spot Books and Supportive Materials  A Little SPOT Series \u2013 Diane Alber Flexible Thinking Song For Kids-Think Like a Palm Tree Animation Connect with us! Email: info@fosteraz.org Facebook: @FosteringVoicesPodcast Instagram: @FosteringVoices Web: www.fosterarizona.org &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Fostering Voices Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/fosteringvoices.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37300810\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/37300810"}