The new HOPE candle
My story behind the hope candle.
Hope can be one of the hardest things to discover during challenging times, but it is crucial to hold onto when the going gets tough. Hope is about developing a mindset that paves the way for a more promising tomorrow even when things are not looking great today. So many of you have reached out about how I remain hopeful through loss, change and uncertainty. I wanted to share these tips to stay optimistic because no matter what, there is always room for hope! Read on for these tips and an exciting NEW product I helped create to remind myself and YOU to have HOPE every day!
It's easy to lose hope, especially when faced with uncertainty or seemingly tedious waiting seasons. Instead of allowing our hearts to grow weary from disappointment and disillusionment, let's choose to come back to hope again.
Here are some of the ways that I remain hopeful during difficult times:
Get Some Rest: During challenging times, it's important to make sure you are taking care of yourself.
Lean on Your Network: Through my darkest times, my friends, family and colleagues have been a source of inspiration and strength…and when they need me, I’m there for them too!
Laugh It Up: Where there is darkness, try to find the light. Laughter will help you through – we’ve all heard that “laughter is the best medicine” and it really is true!
Move Your Body: Even if it is a simple walk with a friend, movement is a great way for us to release and process emotions.
Gratitude: Focusing on what I do have, even in the darkest times, helps me navigate any situation more purposefully.
Prayer and Meditation: Prayer and meditation help me more than words can say. My new HOPE candle is the perfect addition to my morning prayers and evening self-care rituals.
Do Something for Others: Paying it forward will always make you feel better. It doesn’t have to be a grand gesture…the small things count too!
Tell me in the comments below…how to do you plan to spread HOPE today?
