Life doesn't always unfold the way we hoped it would. Sometimes doors close, plans fall apart, and despite our best efforts, circumstances refuse to change.
In this episode, I share two practices that have helped me navigate disappointment and adapt to situations I couldn't control. If you're struggling with a closed door, a lost opportunity, or a future that looks different than you planned, this episode offers practical tools for adapting, growing, and remaining open to new forms of happiness.
We'll explore:
⏱️ Timestamps
00:49 — A personal story of disappointment
03:01 — Viktor Frankl: Changing ourselves when we can't change circumstances
03:49 — Part 1: Accepting and feeling disappointment
05:02 — Meditation for sitting with disappointment
06:28 — Part 2: Why the future is bigger than the past
08:53 — The giant tube worm vs. human adaptability
10:43 — Meditation for embracing unexpected possibilities
12:40 — Final reflections: Becoming more than you imagined
For full shownotes, including resources mentioned, go to: https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/episodes/when-things-dont-work-out-like-you-wanted
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