WELLBEING → A BETTER YOU Issue 1093 · December 31, 2025

What to Expect When You’re… Expecting  

Adults may have different opinions about what’s right— even if we’re very, very sure of ourselves

What to Expect When You’re… Expecting  
What to Expect When You’re… Expecting
Shoshana Schwartz

Which one is correct:

Chaim should take out the garbage when prompted.

Chaim should notice when the garbage needs emptying, then do it.

Chaim should decide when — or if — he takes out the garbage.

What is your “should” — your expectation?

Before deciding what should happen, first consider this: Who actually gets to decide what Chaim should or shouldn’t do? You? Or Chaim?

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