A View of Hope
Finding & Cultivating Hope
Key Perspectives on Hope
A "View of Hope" is an optimistic outlook expecting positive futures, seen differently
across philosophies:
- Divine trust (Christianity)
- Releasing Suffering
(Buddhism
- A drive for progress (Philosophy)
- Practical resources for action (Social Work)
It involves creating a desired future, finding paths to reach it (options), and connecting
with others, acting as an anchor or motivation against despair, often seen in art
like Watts' "Hope" painting.
Key Perspectives on Hope
Finding & Cultivating Hope
Key Perspectives on Hope
Psychological: An expectation of good outcomes, a state of mind.
Christian: Trust in God's promises, seeking eternal life, guided by the Holy Spirit.
Buddhist: A path to end suffering, moving beyond desire/attachment (craving) towards liberation, but can be tricky.
Philosophical: Enables human agency towards progress or future possibilities.
Social Work (Duncan-Andrade): Material (resources), Socratic (questioning injustice), and Audacious (bold action).
Finding & Cultivating Hope
Finding & Cultivating Hope
Finding & Cultivating Hope
Identify Components:
Focus on your:
"Picture" (desired future)
"Options" (paths)
"Connection" (support)
Brainstorm: List possibilities without judgment.
Connect: Share with trusted friends for new perspectives.
Examples in Culture
Finding & Cultivating Hope
Finding & Cultivating Hope
Art: George Frederic Watts' painting "Hope" uses an anchor as a metaphor, though some find it depicts struggle.
Organizations: Groups like View of Hope help those facing adversity, providing resources and support.