“Optimism is the belief that the future will be better, hope is the belief that we have the power to make it so.” -Chad Hellman
“To cultivate hope, people need three things: They first need to be able to envision a better future, either personally or collectively. Second, they need the willpower or motivation to move toward that future. And third, they must be able to chart a path from where they are to where they want to be.”
“It is hope that gives life meaning. And hope is based on the prospect of being able one day to turn the actual world into a possible one that looks better.” -Francois Jacob
“Hope” is the thing with feathers
by Emily Dickinson
“Hope” is the thing with feathers –
That perches in the soul –
And sings the tune without the words –
And never stops – at all –
And sweetest – in the Gale – is heard –
And sore must be the storm –
That could abash the little Bird
That kept so many warm –
I’ve heard it in the chillest land –
And on the strangest Sea –
Yet – never – in Extremity,
It asked a crumb – of me.
Wanna cultivate more hope?
First, believe you can make a difference in the world. Then, take continuous action to support and substantiate that belief.
Hope leads to action which leads to progress which leads to more hope. It’s a beautiful, virtuous cycle.
P.S. – This NYT article on Hope.
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