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Disappointment
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Disappointment in relationships happens when someone doesn’t act the way you hoped, or things don’t go as planned, and it makes you feel sad, frustrated, or let down. Maybe your best friend couldn’t come to your birthday, or a family member forgot something important to you.
It’s okay to feel upset, but disappointment can also be a chance to think differently. For example, if a friend cancels plans, you could use the time to hang out with someone else or do something you enjoy.
In relationships, disappointment teaches us to explore our deeper feelings, understand others better, and find new ways to connect. It’s like opening a door to new ideas and solutions, helping us grow stronger and often better.
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The value of disappointment
Lessons from disappiontment
Disappointment is when something doesn’t go the way you wanted, like if a friend forgets your birthday or doesn’t keep a promise. It can feel sad or frustrating, but it’s also a chance to learn and understand that everyone makes mistakes.
When you feel disappointed, take a moment to think about what happened. Why are you feeling upset? Maybe there’s a different way to see it, or you can talk to your friend to understand why it happened.
Handling disappointment is like building a muscle—it makes you stronger. It helps you bounce back and try again. By being kind and patient, you can even make your friendships better. Disappointment isn’t the end—it’s a way to learn, grow, and care more about the people in your life.
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Extract from: Owning our Struggles by Minaa B. 2023
Disappointment
Remedies about relationships
The quality of your relationship matters. Sometimes the people you are seeking support from may be unequipped to give you what you need.
Living a full, abundant life will require you to be ok with disappointing people.
Stop expecting people to know what you are thinking, feeling, or need from your tone, mood or energy. Be willing to express yourself clearly and directly.
Missing someone is not an indicator that they belong in your life.
Love and struggle do not have to coexist.
You do not have to be a strong friend or family figure all the time.
Normalize selective sharing. Everyone you know does not have to be in your business.
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Updated: November 2023
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