The Imperfects Dr Emily - Hope
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Mar 2, 2025 Dr. Emily Musgrove, a Melbourne psychologist and author of 'Unstuck,' dives into the enlightening world of hope. She redefines hope as a learnable belief rather than just an emotion. The discussion highlights strategies for fostering both individual and collective hope, stressing the importance of vulnerability and connection. Exploring the active pursuit of hope in a cynical society, Dr. Emily emphasizes the transformative power of kindness and small, intentional choices to enhance well-being, particularly during challenging times.
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Hope as a Belief
- Hope, unlike emotions, is a belief that can be learned.
- This means it can be cultivated, offering a sense of agency.
Three Pillars of Hope
- Hope requires goals, pathways, and agency (motivation).
- Without all three, hope can collapse into helplessness.
Hope vs. Optimism
- Hope is active and involves changing the odds, unlike optimism.
- Optimism is passive; hope requires rolled-up sleeves.
