A different kind of hope for living in these turbulent times Climate disruption. Growing social inequality. Pollution. We are living in an era of unprecedented crises, resulting in widespread feelings of fear, despair, and grief. Now, more than ever, maintaining hope for the future is a monumental task. Intrinsic Hope offers a powerful antidote to these feelings. It shows how conventional ideas of hope are rooted in the belief that life will conform to our wishes and how this leads to disappointment, despair, and a dismal view of the future. As an alternative, it offers "intrinsic hope," a powerful, liberating, and positive approach to life based on having a deep trust in whatever happens. The author, a hopeful survivor, shows how to cultivate intrinsic hope through practical tips and six mindful habits for living a positive, courageous life in these troubled times. Whether working directly on ecological or social issues or worried about children and grandchildren, this book is for everyone concerned about the future and looking for a deeper source of hope for a better world.
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I was so close to giving this book five stars, but I can't say I would read it again and that's what a five star rating means to me. I would have liked it much better if didn't seem to randomly highlight global crises. Don't get me wrong, this is very important knowledge and we are required to help change the world for the better both personally and collectively—it just felt disjointed in a way that I cannot explain. Perhaps it was because I didn't expect this to be the loose framework for the book (as I only looked at the title and assumed it would be more self-helpy). I was pleasantly surprised by Kate Davies' various spiritual views and felt inspired throughout. I used to think that hope was fleeting, that we needed trust and belief to move through life, but she shifted my perspective. I now realize this is exactly what intrinsic hope entails.
