What gives you hope when you're feeling hopeless?

Sometimes it’s all the other people that ask themselves this same question. It isn’t that unusual to feel this way, I’ve realized. Then it gets easier to see what others use for motivation. It can be family, a quiet place to think things through, a s/o, or friends that stick with you.

I tend to be pretty hard on myself sometimes. When I look forward and only see negativity, I tell myself that the only way that won’t happen is if I do something to change it. I tell myself that I won’t have anyone to blame except for myself if I allow things to continue on a negative path. I can’t always change every negative situation, but I can try to find the positives in every situation.

When that doesn’t work, I always remember that no matter how bad things are for me, there are people that have it a lot worse than I do.

I focus on what I do have and strive for the things I want in my life.
Set aside some time to do the things you enjoy too Maybe create alittle art for yourself,for a change :))
<<HUGS>>

Love.

A good dose of love can bring me back. Also, somewhere deep inside, there is a little kernel that won’t let me go all the way to death. I don’t know how that works, but I’m glad it’s there.

Also praise. People thanking me for something, or telling me something I’ve said is meaningful to them.

Friends I can vent to.

@lucillelucillelucille How did I overlook a hug from you. That’s the best medicine in the world.

Strangely, it is counting my blessings that brings me back from seeing only negativity. If I examine my life and think of all that I have to be thankful for, it gives me a sense of balance.

getting outside in a park or other place closer to nature. get some fresh air, and see the wonder of the world.

And there’s always rebuilt body parts. :)

Nef, I’m just happy God has given me one more day to live. I’m thankful for each day here.

Everyone goes through moments like you are feeling today and you just have to stop and count all those blessings.

I go home and hug my kids. Gonna go do that in 30 minutes!

I know i have linked to this a million times already, but here it is again anyway.

Remembering how many times in my life I’ve felt hopeless and survived is what keeps giving me hope.

Knowing that there are four people who understand me.

“We all die. The goal isn’t to live forever, the goal is to create something that will.” -Chuck Palahniuk

That’s it for me.

@HearTheSilence I love that quote.

@TheOnlyNeffie Well hopefully it can help in not only making you feel better, but also find the inspiration to continue on and see a silver lining. =)

What gives me hope… are you kidding! Just the fact that I get a chance at life and haven’t died yet gives me hope. When you look ahead all you might see is bad things but If you look closer instead of further you will see great things!

faith in something better and beyond

Boston