The Expectation Trap: How to Stay Focused and Stress Free

The Expectation Trap: How to Stay Focused and Stress Free
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In today’s hyper-connected, always-on culture, the pressure to meet constant expectations—from work, relationships, technology, and even ourselves—can leave us overwhelmed and unfulfilled. The Expectation Trap: How to Stay Focused and Stress Free provides a comprehensive toolkit to restore balance, build resilience, and recenter your attention on what matters most. This course combines practical tools, guided exercises, and reflective learning to help you take back control of your time, attention, and peace of mind. Whether you’re managing a team, juggling personal commitments, or simply feeling overstretched, this course invites you to step out of the expectation trap—and into a more focused, fulfilling way of living.

The Four Dimensions of Renewal: Physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual practices that replenish your energy and enhance your capacity to focus and perform sustainably.

  • Prioritizing What Matters: Strategies for aligning your goals with your values and distinguishing urgent distractions from meaningful pursuits.
  • Understanding and Managing Stress: Learn how stress manifests differently in each individual, including techniques to regulate adrenaline and shift from reactive to intentional thinking.
  • Assertive Communication: Gain tools to manage others’ expectations through confident, respectful conversations that preserve both your boundaries and your relationships.
  • Digital Wellness: Examine the cognitive and emotional toll of unchecked screen time. Explore techniques for managing time spent on social media, email, and messaging platforms without sacrificing connectivity or responsiveness.
9:00AM - 4:00PM
Portsmouth - 230 Commerce Way
Lisa Cole
299.00 Workshop Fee
6
USNH Tuition Benefit Discount
10% Alumni Discount
Discount
REEO Discount
UNHOCE Discount
0.6
PDT-BusLM-190
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