High Expectations

I've been thinking a lot about expectations for myself as well as others. It's come up in a few recent conversations I've had with friends and it's got me really thinking about it.

The way I choose to show up in life is to do what I say I will do and if I can't or change my mind, I strive to let others know of my shift.

I also strive to live by the Golden Rule of treat others the way I would want to be treated in a situation.

So, here is my question: is it a "high" - aka a stretch - expectation to hold for someone to do what they say unless they advise of a change of plans?

I am soooo curious about this!

When someone does what they say they are going to do, that is integrity. So, if they don't follow through on it (nor advise of a change of plans), does that mean they lack integrity?

I am working on that other Golden Rule of recognizing I cannot control another person's behavior, I am only responsible for my response to it...but dang, this one is bit more of a challenge to navigate. 🤣 Another question is: how do you balance accountability with grace if balls are dropped?

Very interested to read your insights!