The Virtues of Love and Hope.

        HOPE as well has been my guiding light in this life full of ups and downs. It makes my journey lighter as I shift my focus from my hardships to my goals. Every time an unfortunate thing happens to me such as losing something important or having difficulties in my school projects, I can’t help but feel sad and it’s just so overwhelming that I feel so frustrated and full of despair as time goes by. After moments of crying and contemplating, I then try to shift my thoughts to more positive ones. It may not be easy to do but possible. Being optimistic during difficult times does make a difference, it’s like empowering me that God sees my hard work and He has the best plans for me. Instead of focusing on my weaknesses, failures and limitations, I challenge myself to try harder by focusing on my strengths, maximizing my successes, and to look at all the possibilities around me. I have to be firm and take charge of my attitude, not letting it take charge of me. HOPE therefore is a feeling from the heart that good things will come our way and that there are better days ahead. It’s trusting in God’s promise to make the world a reality.