The Hopeful Habit
There is one thing that shows up when we encounter challenge and uncertainty when we are struggling through adversity and pining for something positive to happen, and that’s hope. Hope is an optimistic state of mind that is based on the belief that there can be a positive outcome. It’s a mindset that leads to greater resilience, well-being, persistence, and creativity–but it emerges first during some of our most challenging moments.
When we choose to be hopeful we are more likely to find the silver linings and possibilities that can help move us through the adversity.
Hopeful people tend to be positive, open, and more likely to take optimistic actions that can help them cope. And we can cultivate those qualities to live a more hopeful life. Does it eliminate disappointment and upset? No way, but it does help us manage it. And it starts when we focus on what we can control.
More about hope: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/articles/202305/the-power-of-hope
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