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Don’t let unrealistic expectations set you up for a disappointment or unhealthy relationship.

Making someone into who you want them to be can lead to heartbreak.

No one is better or less than you.

It’s important to have realistic expectations of others, rather than just seeing the best in them, as many loving, empathic people tend to do.

Idealizing someone or ignoring their limitations is a setup for disappointment and makes you vulnerable to getting into unhealthy relationships. No one is better or less than you. When anyone tells you a fact about themselves, such as “I’m not the most giving person,” you must believe them.

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