That one small word—should—can quietly carry a lot of pressure, shame, and expectation.
In this reflective Monomyth Diaries conversation, Mandi and Karen explore the ways we place expectations on ourselves and others, and how those judgments can keep us disconnected from curiosity, growth, and compassion.
At Monomyth Diaries, we intentionally live by “no advice, no experts.” Not because we don’t care, but because we believe some of life’s deepest wisdom comes from listening to lived experiences rather than being told what we should do.
If you’ve ever felt weighed down by expectations—your own or someone else’s—this episode offers a different perspective: What if we replaced judgment with understanding?
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