(Don't) toss your expectations into the ocean
Take your expectations, and throw them in the ocean.
Maybe it's just me, but I can't take this idea seriously... unless of course when referring to a film. If I'm about to watch a film I try to clear my mind of reviews I've read and comments friends have made, otherwise I run the risk of being disappointed due to incredibly outrageous expectations (Insidious, I'm looking at you!).
But when it comes to people and plans I like to have certain expectations. Perhaps there are certain scenarios where it is not possible, but I think it's against our very nature to deny ourselves these expectations.
I do, however, also believe in the saying 'man proposes, God disposes' so I am not one who will create an illusion that my expectations will come to fruition.
I also understand that people who have had their hearts broken might feel that denying themselves these expectations will decrease disappointment, and perhaps it will, but you're effectively denying yourself part of the experience.
