EPISODE 06 · SEASON 1
Expectations: The Silent Source of Many Conflicts
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What We Cover in This Episode
Many relationship disappointments don’t begin with bad intentions—they begin with expectations that were never clearly communicated.
In this episode, Minister JimPatrick and Summer name the silent wars being fought in many marriages over "mind-reading." We look at where these expectations come from—family, culture, and social media—and why assuming your partner "should just know" is a recipe for resentment.
You will learn the "Expectation Audit"—a practical, three-step exercise to surface your hidden needs and share them without blame. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by things left undone or needs left unmet, this conversation will help you turn silent resentment into kind, brave conversations.
Key Topics:
- Why we assume our partners can read our minds.
- The difference between negotiable and non-negotiable expectations.
- How to use the Expectation Audit this week.
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