Expectations vs Reality

The moment we decide to embark in new adventures, the mind start imagining how they will be.

There may be a gap between our expectations and the reality of how that actually is.

We expect the adventure to feel as we designed it in our minds.

Usually, the reality is very different than the image we had.

Standing in front of this tree reminded me of that.

The first time that I saw this tree from far away, I had one idea in my mind. 

I assumed it was a fallen tree in the park. 

It was not until I looked closely that I realized what it really was.

It is not a fallen tree but a sculpture of one.

This sculpture is called “L’Arbre des Voyelles” and it was made by Giussepe Penone. 

It was placed at Jardin des Tuileries in 1999. 

A usual stop in my mindful walks. 

It helps us slow down, appreciate the moments that we have, change perspective, and see the reality of “right now”.

Have you recently experienced a moment where there was a difference between your expectations and the reality of your circumstances?