Hope can be a powerful force in hard times like this, some people are depressed because of the economic Crisis, and things are difficult, especially in my country now, people are struggling to feed even eating two square meals is very difficult not to talk of three, everything just changed overnight which makes it difficult to adapt for so many people.
To be honest, things are hard, only those who are strong survive this situation, the case is more complicated in this country because we are not used to this new lifestyle that was developed overnight, there is inflation in everything, and the price of goods is not stable, people are now begging to survive.
These are the ways I strengthen my hope in this hard time
One of the ways that saved me from depression was finding a way to make peace with myself by having an extra job, limiting myself to one source of income can be frustrating since my skill requires season, also I learned to be contented with the little I have so that I would not overpass my boundaries.
Another way in which I strengthen my hope in this hard time is by talking to someone, I have people around me who are willing to listen to me whenever the need arises and also support me in their little way, I was someone who doesn't like to ask for help but this situation open my eyes to always seek for help, everything is not about money, there are ways in which we can find help, I was talking to a friend some months ago about the economy of the country and she instantly sent a link to me that they need part-time workers, I filled the form online and I was interviewed, last night they sent me an email for one on one interview by next week, asking for help is one of how I strengthen my hope in this hard time.
Also, self-care is another way to strengthen my hope, I am always concerned about my mental health and well-being, eating good foods, and taking good care of myself, though things are quite expensive but I must eat the best, my mental health is very paramount, I can not be frustrated by the economy Crisis and my mental health will be unstable at the same time, that isn't possible. Taking care of myself makes me focus and re-strategize about my next move.
Also, seeking inspiration is one of my favorite parts, I love to listen to preaching or testimonies of people who are nothing but are now something, this motivates me a lot and always pushes me to do more, if some people can overcome different challenges then I can do the same, I love to read motivational stories that will gear me up and calm my spirit in other not trespass.
My other way of strengthening my hope is to reframe challenges, challenges always push me from my comfort zone and seek a better life, make me grow, and turn every challenge into an opportunity, we are all saying that the country is hard but some people are still building houses, buying cars, and getting married every weekend, do they have two heads, I am always positive about my life and stretch out for a better life, by doing this my hope is strengthened.
I always set achievable goals:- This is the part where I am always minimal, and cut my clothes according to my size, I also set goals that I know I can achieve then If I achieve these goals I will celebrate my achievement, it is not easy though, I will always strengthen my hope to focus on a bigger project which will also be achievable.
Lastly, Helping others is another way I strengthen my hope, I find joy in helping people around me especially when I see people who are struggling to make ends meet but it's not working, I love to share out of the little I have in others to feel fulfilled, Performing acts of kindness always boosts my mood, provide purpose, and create connections with others.
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