How Can One Escape Hopelessness?

Think about the lowest point you have ever experienced.

What were the factors that precipitated this event?

What emotions did you have to wrestle with?

Did you fall into the deepest pits of despair?

Was there hope that there would be a brighter day sometime down the road?

Were you able to circumvent a seemingly hopeless situation?

Whether brought about by external or internal aspects, many people can face hardships that seem too much to bare.

The whole world can feel like it is crashing down on one’s head.

What, then, can be done?

There are stories of people who have hit rock bottom and managed to pull themselves out due to the support of family, friends, and a will to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Are these people the lucky ones?

Do they have advantages over others who seemingly stay at their lowest point?

How can one escape hopelessness?

Join Oleg and Elisabeth as they ponder different ways an individual may be able to find hope when all seems dark, and please share your methods in the comments below.