While we know that research demonstrates the force of hopelessness and the vitality of hope, we need to find strategic ways to foster it in our lives. Anthony Scioli, professor Clinical Psychology at Keene State College, suggests that hope is built rather than found.

He asserts that the building blocks for hope include deepening authentic relationships, acquiring and honing skills to endure stress, identifying and striving after clear goals, exploring and maturing in one’s spirituality/faith, as well as articulating and pursuing a clear life mission.