Topic: Responding To Adversity With Hope

Responding to any adversity with stoic acceptance and/or a stiff upper lip can be the same as responding with absolute despair. Responding to any adversity with panic is giving in to fear. Responding to any adversity with a sense of victory in our heart and soul is a sign we embrace eternal hope. Responding with hope is the only way to help oneself in any adversity. A physical illness, a physical condition, a physical obstacle, or any adversity can be dealt with and overcome with hope. Hope is the fuel of life, hope gives us life, hope is the substance of our spirit, and hope is the power of our heart. Depression caused by despair or the absence of hope impairs the body's disease-fighting cells and also dramatically affects our ability to think and reason with effectiveness. Hope is an emotional and spiritual choice. Active, big, and positive hope can influence all areas of your life including our physical body.

These words were posted at one of Shepherd's Care Ministries Sites called Wisdom Moment. This site is located at:
http://www.shepherdscare.net/wisdomminute

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