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It’s human nature to want the world to be a certain way, whether it is in our relationships, workplaces or even in the wider world. We may think that things should be better, fairer and more just – but often these views can be shaped by our personal biases and desires rather than an objective view of reality.

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At times, this urge to see things a certain way can be beneficial as it encourages us to strive for a better future. But it can also have negative repercussions if we start to expect others - or ourselves - to conform to an idealized vision of how things should be. This can lead us down a path of disappointment and frustration when things don’t turn out the way we imagined or hoped for.

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Rather than seeing the world through rose-tinted glasses, learning how to observe and accept reality for what it is can be incredibly liberating. It forces us to look at situations from all angles in order to gain insight into why people act the way they do and how circumstances play out in a given environment. Moreover, being able to accurately assess reality will help you make better decisions as you will avoid making choices based on false expectations or wishful thinking.

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Accepting that things are how they are - not necessarily how you want them to be - doesn’t mean giving up hope of a brighter future; rather it’s about understanding that success takes hard work, dedication and honesty with yourself about your own capabilities (as well as those of others). With this mindset, any positive change becomes achievable without putting unrealistic demands onto yourself or anyone else.

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Therefore, try not getting caught up in your own beliefs about what should be – instead focus on understanding what is, and work towards creating something better from there. If we all do our part by thinking realistically and working tirelessly towards making a positive difference then surely true progress must follow?

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