In part two, Professor Lucy Easthope gives some valuable advice for finding hope in times of hardship, unpacks her concept of ‘the lasagne effect’ and explains why it’s important to live ready, but not scared.

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Pt 2: How to Stay Hopeful When the World Feels Heavy | Professor Lucy Easthope