“She wondered that hope was so much harder then despair.”
— Patricia Briggs
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Choosing to believe in better days is often the hardest work we will ever do. ✨ As Patricia Briggs beautifully put it, 'She wondered that hope was so much harder than despair.' Have you ever felt the immense strength it takes to stay hopeful during a tough season? Share your thoughts or a ❤️ if you're choosing hope today.
About this quote
It is an uncomfortable truth that despair often feels like a natural weight, a heavy blanket that settles over us when life becomes overwhelming. Despair is passive; it asks nothing of us but surrender. But hope? Hope is an active, exhausting, and courageous choice. It requires us to reach into the darkness and grasp for a light we cannot yet see, demanding a level of resilience that can feel draining when our spirits are low. If you find that staying positive feels harder than giving in, know that you aren't failing—you are fighting. Choosing hope in the midst of hardship is one of the most profound acts of bravery a human being can perform. It is the quiet strength of a seed pushing through concrete, a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit to overcome life's greatest challenges. Let this be your reminder that even when hope feels heavy, the effort you put into carrying it is what ultimately transforms your journey.
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