Episode 7: From Expectation to Agreement

In this episode of Heart to Heart, we dive into one of the most overlooked dynamics shaping our relationships: the difference between expectations and agreements. So many relational ruptures don’t stem from betrayal, but from invisible assumptions—scripts we’ve never spoken out loud, yet silently expect others to follow. Cairo explores how to disentangle these unconscious expectations and move into conscious agreement-making—an act of relational authorship that honors truth, freedom, and mutual care. Drawing from personal experience, including a powerful story of evolving marital commitments, this episode offers a grounded and intimate look at what it means to create relationships that can grow with us. You’ll explore: ~ Why silent expectations often lead to unnecessary pain—and how to surface them with compassion ~ The crucial distinction between inherited hopes and conscious choices ~ How to craft agreements that are living, flexible, and rooted in shared values ~ A step-by-step practice for moving from assumption to co-created clarity ~ The real reason why updating agreements is a sign of health—not failure Whether you’re in a long-term partnership, navigating a friendship, or leading a team, this episode is a heartfelt invitation to co-create relationships that reflect not just who you’ve been—but who you’re becoming.