Hope

According to Charles Snyder's theory, hope consists of pathway thinking (the ability to come up with ways to achieve goals) and agency thinking (the willpower to execute those methods). Unlike a simple wish, hope is an active concept that includes specific goals and actionable methods. People high in hope show better outcomes in academics, careers, health, and relationships. The core of hope lies in the ability to find alternative paths even in difficult situations. Building hope starts with setting small goals and experiencing the achievement of reaching them. As Mindy would say, every small step forward plants a seed of hope.