Spoiled Brat

Here is the theory: We all like to be spoiled in some way shape or form, yes? Usually according to our love language, yes? We also are more likely to spoil those around us when we WANT to more so than out of obligation, yes?

Well what the other side of this sordid sword offers is expectations. When you are with your significant other and they open doors for you majority of the time, you begin to expect them to do so. If you usually pick up dry cleaning on Tuesday morning cause carpool is not on you, the others in your household will begin to expect you do to so at some point. The problem with the expectation is that is can breed disappointment (this is where the brat can show up). You feel let down when you have to open your own door, those in the house who knew they would have that blue shirt for the meeting on Wednesday are upset that it has not been picked up.

Challenge: Flip the perspective here: What if we learned to never expect but to always appreciate? One more time: What if we learned to never expect but to always appreciate?

What if we only ever expect the appreciation itself that should come along with the tasks that were given? Do you always say thank you when the door is opened for you? Have you ever looked at it as a rarity that does not happen much in current culture? Knowing that someone appreciates you enough to give you this honoring. And YES it is an honor. It is a show of care. They do not HAVE to do this. They choose to. It is an expression of how they view you. Pay attention and appreciate!