The Power of Hope

Hello My Friends,
How is everyone coping? I know firsthand how difficult it can be to have hope when everything seems to be going so very wrong. Growing up with a religious grandmother was a blessing because no matter how hard hits me I try my best to have a glimmer of hope. Please continue to believe that life is not as bad as it seems and that we are STRONG and can be healthy and happy. It takes work and hope!
Hugs Rox

Let's continue to have hope! let's believe in ourselves because although we have all had immense struggles we are still alive and that in itself is a blessing.
Hugs Rox

Oh how our faith can be tested making us feel hopeless. Then, something happens and we are rejuvenated giving us hope to continue trying to live meaningful lives. Hugs

Hope changes everything. When hope is lost everything is lost as long as we have hope there is something to hold on to. So my friends don't lose hope at any cost. Live with hope because it is something that will stand by you even when no one else does.

Yes, hope changes everything. We must never stop believing that better days are ahead.

I have lost mine. How to find it again? It is non enough to have two beautiful reasons to live for, something else it is needed

Hello,
Everyone in life goes through ups and downs and I know how it feels to always feel down. Interestingly, I find that if I at least have faith and hope things appear a little less burdensome. You are stronger than you feel. You have most likely bounced back before and will do so once again. Happy New year..

Hi sweetie never give up on hope at times we are faced with challenges in our lives and our faith gives us the strength to continue and work through this. If you feel that your depression is getting to much please go and speak to someone about the way that your'e feeling. And yes my sweetie you do have two beautiful children and they will give you the strength that you need, as they need you and love you as much as you do them. Always here anytime Annie

Beautifully stated! I agree wholeheartedly…

Wow, I really appreciate all the lovely gifts! I miss nice things.

We all deserve nice things…even if it is a stranger across the world that thinks of you and wishes you nothing but good things.
Hugs

Hi Friends,
I am so happy that this discussion is liked and read by many… There are times when having hope can be so challenging because it appears that when we take 2 steps forward something happens and makes us jump back 20 steps. Nonetheless, we have to remind ourselves of our individual and common stories are realize that we are here because somewhere within us there is a glimpse of hope, faith and determination.
Like many of you, I have been through so much but I get up even if forced at times and refuse to give up on myself. So, love yourselves and never give up on yourselves because you have to be your biggest fan during trying times…
Thank you all for sharing & God Bless

Living daily with the different obstacles and challenges will definitely try and shatter any bit of hope we possess and it don't take much to take it out of our grasp, but like you mentioned with the help of Mayo Clinic staff and family and friends we can overcome all challenges in life. Let us all keep striving for better days one day at a time.

Hi,
I am glad that we can be supportive to one another. Yes, lets continue, in solidarity, to strive for better days… Hugs

I too have always had hope, but more after coming to Mayo. It's crazy how much I have missed being sick half my life, but I am ready to move on with help from some great people in Rochester. They are one of the few places that offer a non invasive treatment program. It has always been my philosophy to hope for a better tomorrow, but I never knew they'd keep getting better and better at this rate!

I am proud of you for having hope…always. This can be difficult and I will admit that sometimes hope and faith can be tested making one think life will never get better. Today, I have hope and although I am still not where I want to be I feel blessed. Hugs

The power of hope in combination with a great support system like my friends at Mayo have prepared me to return to work in 2 weeks… It feels good to believe in myself again…THANK YOU!!!!
Big Hug,
Rox

I want to grow pass my place of employment and hopefully be working for myself in my chosen field. Still hopeful it will come to path.

Hi All,
Thank you for responding and making me feel like I am not alone.. I too often feel like hope is lost and then I see a glimpse of it.. I really get upset at the saying "WHAT DOES NOT KILL US ONLY MAKES US STRONGER". sometimes, because when we take beating after beating we don't always feel stronger. Nonethless, we have to believe that life has to get better for all of us…how much should we be expected to suffer??
God bless you all..
Hugs,
Rox

Funny that you should mention that saying WHAT DOESN'T KILL US MAKES US STRONGER, I use that phrase. I believe I use it because the battles are like a do or die situations and when I make it through by the grace of God, I find it very convenient to say. I am glad to be here to say it because it ain't easy but must keep plowing through the different obstacles. He gives us more than enough to conquer our trials and tribulations. The battle are already won! The proof is in the day; I found this wonderful supportive site! Mayo Clinic! Thank you!!!!! :)

You are welcome…Solidarity makes us stronger when we cannot feel it for ourselves..
Big Hug

I think I have been losing hope in my faith and religion…I am vegan, and I just don't understand why so many people who have religious faith don't care about the abuse and suffering and killing of our fellow beings, the animals. I am glad not to eat them, and am happy that I do not partake in this cruel and insane system,but I live with my fellow human beings who seem just to be hypocritical about love and compassion. It depresses me intensely.

I adore animals and get so upset every time I hear abuse stories..

I know that my faith and hope with things has been more than tested over these past months. I feel that at times in all our lives that we are faced with challenges that confront us head on. But I do believe that things will turn around and start to look up for us. We are so lucky to have dear friends and need to cherish them each and everyday. Our friends hold us up when at times we feel like we can't fly, and they help us to learn again. Hugs Piglit

i have been suffering for years and everyone thinks im crazy and wants to put me in impatient treatment for anxiety when im just sick, im on waiting list for mayo but its not for a long time. im praying but im losing hope more and more.

I understand. God Bless and please know you are not alone.

Hi JoniReb. Just wanted to welcome you and say that I have had anxiety all of my life from a young age as well, and that there are many of us who do understand and care. God Bless you too and take care Piglit

Your not alone my dear. Let's just hang on together.

Hi sweetie never give up hope things will get better. Maybe see if you can get an earlier appoinment.I have suffered with anxiety from a very young age and fully understand how you are feeling. Take care here if you just need to talk Piglit

ty, i really hope so. i pray 24/7 i can barely eat and have chronic eye straighn headache so im always in pain. im really scared though. my appt is nov and theres no way to get in sooner and no one realizies im really sick and its getting worse over years and they wanna impatient me in sept but i dont wanna go there after dealing with a previous bad experience at a hospital and i want experts at mayo to hopefully help me. my faith is majorly being tested lately.

My brother has suffered from headaches for the past 1.5 years. He says when he tries to focus on anything (reading, looking at tv/computer, just looking at anything) it causes severe pain. He says the only time he has relief is for about 20 min right after he wakes up.he has seen optometrists, optomologists, neuro optomologists, 3 different neurologists, and a headache specialist. Everyone says his eyes and brain are fine. He has been on multiple medications and nothing has helped. He is struggling as well with hopelessness. Our family has been trying to help, but we have run out of ideas.

Let's just do that Rox you always know who youre true friends are and they appear all the time when you need them the most and that's what makes them all the more special Hugs

You no at times I think that our faith is tested and we are at times challenged more that we should be . But I also beleive that this makes us stronger and in the end our faith will continue to give us the strength that we need. I can tell that your scared and it's so not a good feeling I know this. Not every experience with a hospital has to be a bad one maybe you should trust and go earlier. I have had not so good experiences over the years too, but I have also had excellent ones to. Take care alwyas here Piglit

For me my dear friends faith and hope go hand in hand. I no that over the past 6 months and my dear friends who have carried me through this time and I'm forever grateful, that my faith never faltered, and know I am living with the hope of things that have just turned around for me.
We need to live for know and follow our dreams and when we need to rely on the ones that really care for us to hold us up for a while. Take care Piglit

Your right Piglit…we need to live for now.
Hugs

we need to enjoy the good moments in our lives and try to be grateful for what we have Hugs

I agree… sometimes we do not realize that there are some that have it so much worse.. It's difficult to see this when we are consumed with our own issues.
Hugs

so true
Hugs

piglit, that is a beautiful attitude. yes, we do need to keep faith and hold on the faith, hope and love. Friends here really love; I can tell. I am happy with my frieds here. God B;less all of you. <3

Hi sweetie God Bless you too my dear friend and yes faith hope and love have made me and keep me going with the inner strength that I have been so gratefully given. We have to rely on these things to keep us strong Take care always here for you anytime Piglit

Oh dear…I forgot to mention that my little doggie, Mammie, has brought a lot of joy to my life…

Mammie is a beautiful name. They are all so very precious.

Thank You my dear…