The Practical Side of Hope

Hope, often perceived as a lofty or intangible emotion, possesses a practical dimension that extends beyond mere optimism. It serves as a driving force that fuels resilience, motivates action, and influences decision-making.

What We Did Not Know About Hope and Optimism

Hope and optimism, while universally recognized as powerful and transformative emotions, encompass depths that elude complete comprehension. Despite their pervasive presence in human experience, there exist aspects of #hope and #optimism that remain hidden, awaiting further exploration and understanding.

Happy Easter Sunday!

As we celebrate the joy and significance of Easter, we want to extend a message of respect and understanding to those among our readership who may not share in this observance. We recognize and honor the diversity of beliefs and traditions that enrich our global community, and we value the opportunity to foster mutual respect…

This is not my usual story.

Favored by Priscilla B. Shuler My rating: 5 of 5 stars Who does not love happy endings? Well, I refuse to disdain those folks although I am surely not one of them. I have to admit that I normally prefer feel-good story-lines. “Favored” by Priscilla B Shuler should be my usual cup of tea because…

An Endearing Tale

Kuimba by Priscilla B. Shuler My rating: 5 of 5 stars The author crafted a surprising yet inspiring tale of ironies and resolutions, of evil threats and much-hoped-for good, of stark realities and lofty ideals, as well as of the lessons of the past and relevance that transcends time itself. From the musical gifts of…

Face it

(A Notes to Self Series) “The greatest act of faith some days is to simply get up and face another day.” ― Amy Gatliff What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves, our…

New

(A Notes to Self Series) “There is nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns.” ― Octavia E. Butler What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves, our loved ones, or…

Joined

(A Notes to Self Series) “In joined hands there is still some token of hope, in the clinched fist none.” ― Victor Hugo, The Toilers of the Sea What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things…

The dance

(A Notes to Self Series) “God dances with the outcast.” ― Steven James, How to Smell Like God: True Stories Burning with the Scent of Heaven What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for…

Benefit

(A Notes to Self Series) “Only those who still have hope can benefit from tears.” ― Nathanael West, The Day of the Locust What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves, our loved…

The background

(A Notes to Self Series) “There had to be dark and muddy waters so that the sun could have something to background it’s flashing glory.” ― Betty Smith What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things…

The Hero

(A Notes to Self Series) “when you feel like hope is gone, look inside you and be strong and you’ll finally see the truth- that the hero lies in you.” ― Mariah Carey What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have…

Courage

(A Notes to Self Series) “Courage will now be your best defence against the storm that is at hand — that and such hope as I bring.” ― J. R. R. Tolkien, The Return of the King What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better?…

Hang on

(A Notes to Self Series) “Hang in there. It is astonishing how short a time it can take for very wonderful things to happen.” ― Frances Hodgson Burnett What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things…

In the moment

(A Notes to Self Series) “Every moment has its pleasures and its hope.” ― Jane Austen, Mansfield Park What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves, our loved ones, or those who need…