How can a person live a hopeful life? What does that look like? There are four parts to HOPE:

Heart – In order for hope to be effective, a person’s heart, soul or spirit needs to be aligned with something larger than self. This perspective is a constant reminder that there is more to life that what can be seen in the moment. Having this vantage point allows a person to hope in the future and minimizes the effect of fear.

Optimism – Hope is not negative, rather it is a positive outlook. It is seeing the best in others, it is motivation to strive for more, and it is a desire to look for optimistic outcomes. A person who eagerly embraces positivity instead of negativity models hopefulness.

Possibility – Without the prospect for change, there can be no possibility. Without possibility there is no real hope. A person’s ability to change grows stronger an atmosphere of opportunity.

Energy – Without fuel, hope will die. It is necessary to generate energy for hope to survive. This can be a daily activity where a person refocuses on their purpose, vision, or mission in life. In just a matter of minutes, hope can be refueled to last an entire day. Constantly supplied hope will not perish.

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