The Burden of Expectations

Have you ever felt overwhelmed and blown up by the crazy moments in your life? Have you ever heard of the words “attachment” and “expectations”? If not, allow me to take you on a journey to explore what these words mean and how they impact our relationships.

I’ve found that it’s hard to control ourselves in the midst of chaos, and it’s even harder to figure out how we ended up in that situation. But Allah says in the Quran, “Be patient with yourself and with others.” And through Prophet SAW, we learn that “Seeking knowledge is a duty upon every Muslim.”

In my own life, I’ve struggled with feeling suffocated and frustrated. But then I discovered the power of personal development and invested in my growth. I started seeking therapies and coaching services that helped me reflect on my patterns and behaviors. I learned to take a pause and see what’s actually going on.

Through this journey, I discovered the power of attachment and detachment. I learned that expectations can harm our relationships and lead to arguments, fights, and a life that’s not pleasing to Allah. I realized that people have expectations from us, and we have expectations from them. But when these expectations aren’t met, life gets muddled up.

So, I want to share with you that you are not alone. Allah is there for you, and He doesn’t want you to worry. He doesn’t want you to put a burden on yourself by thinking about what others are doing or not doing. Believe that you are not alone, and Allah is there to help you.

Don’t underestimate the power of expectations! It holds a power inside that may sometimes not pleasing to Allah. But remember, there’s something to change in between so that you can find peace inside. You need a higher power, and I would say that you need help from the mutual stronger connection that you both have in between each other, who holds all kinds of powers in His hand. Only in the remembrance of Allah can your soul find peace inside.