TED Talks Daily 3 ways to find hope in hopeless times | Wajahat Ali
Mar 29, 2022
Wajahat Ali, a writer, shares profound insights from his journey as he faced his daughter's cancer diagnosis and the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. He offers three actionable strategies to cultivate hope in difficult times. With creative metaphors, he emphasizes the importance of preparing for life's uncertainties and finding joy in small moments. Wajahat underscores the power of kindness and resilience, reminding us that hope can flourish even in adversity. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on maintaining optimism amidst chaos.
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Tie Your Camel First
- Focus on what you can control, like daily tasks and routines, especially during challenging times.
- This provides a sense of agency and order amidst chaos, offering a tangible form of hope.
Invest in Joy
- Actively invest in joy every day, as a discipline, by engaging in activities and with people that bring happiness.
- Make it a practice to seek out moments of joy, no matter how small, to counter stress and pain.
Invest in Hope
- Invest in narratives of hope, even if it means risking pain and disappointment, rather than succumbing to cynicism.
- This active participation, even with potential setbacks, is better than passive apathy.
