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Unpacking expectations in love: Lessons from the Orange peel theory

In most cases, the anger, frustration, or hurt you feel has more to do with your unmet expectations

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by NELLY MUCHIRI

News10 July 2025 - 14:00
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Collision of expectations in relationships 

‎“I remember when the orange peel theory was trending on TikTok. I was delusional because why did I think that trying the trend with my boyfriend would patch up our rocky relationship?”

‎Grace Nyokabi, who is in a five-year-long relationship, shares with The Star. 

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