Finding Balance Between Hope and Hopelessness
In my work as a therapist, I often meet clients who feel that hope and hopelessness are
mutually exclusive that for one to exist, the other cannot. Yet, by exploring how these two
feelings can coexist, we can discover unexpected comfort and peace.
Hopelessness often appears as dark, familiar, and strangely comforting, like lying under a
heavy duvet in a dark room a place free from the uncertainties of the outside world. Hope,
on the other hand, is bright and sometimes overwhelming. It comes with the unknown, the
possibility of both joy and disappointment.
Living solely in one of these states can feel rigid and limiting, while embracing the ebb and
flow between the two is much more organic. Like the tide, this balance teaches us that hope
and hopelessness complement each other, each bringing value and meaning to the other.
If you're seeking support in navigating this balance, or if you're looking to better understand
the interplay between these emotions, I’m here to walk this journey with you.
