Hopelessness Theory (Beck, 1967): This theory posits that hopelessness is a cognitive triad consisting of negative thoughts about the self, the world, and the future. It suggests that hopelessness is a precursor to depression and other mental health issues.
Also George Lucas said " The secret is not to give up hope. It's very hard not to because if you're really doing something worthwhile, I think you will be pushed to the brink of hopelessness before you come through to the other side."
Five years ago, I found myself at a dead end, feeling utterly lost and hopeless. For over a year, I had been stuck in a rut, struggling with financial difficulties that seemed insurmountable.
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The embarrassment and harassment I faced had become a constant presence in my life, making me feel like a failure to those around me. Depression had set in, and I was plagued by sleepless nights and high blood pressure. The only thing that kept me going was the presence of my children.
Despite feeling like I had hit rock bottom, I was fortunate to have a colleague who noticed my struggles and approached me with kindness. She had reported me to our senior colleague for not responding to her greetings, and I was forced to confront my situation.
I opened up to her about my financial struggles and the emotional toll they had taken on me. To my surprise, she shared her own struggles with health issues, which had been ongoing for years. She encouraged me to be grateful that my challenges were financial, which could be overcome, whereas her health issues were unpredictable and debilitating.Her words struck a chord, and I felt a sense of relief wash over me.
For the first time in years, I felt like someone understood my struggles. Just a month later, I received an unexpected call from my brother, who had been working on moving to Canada.
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He had been aware of my struggles and wanted to help, but needed time to settle into his new life. He assured me that he would help me pay off my debts and work with me to find a way forward.
I was overwhelmed with emotion, feeling a mix of tears and gratitude. For the first time in years, I felt like there was a light at the end of the tunnel. Today, my life has improved significantly, and I am grateful for the support of loved ones and the lessons I learned during that difficult period. I have come to appreciate the power of hope and the importance of never giving up, even in the darkest of times.
I still remember the struggles I faced, and the feeling of being alone in the world. But I also remember the kindness of my colleague and the support of my brother.
I am grateful for the reminder that everyone has their own challenges, and that we are not alone in our struggles. And I am thankful for the opportunity to share my story, in the hopes that it may inspire others to hold on to hope, even when the road ahead seems uncertain.
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