from despondent to optimistic.

How can you transform a sense of hopelessness into optimism?

How do you go from wanting to give up to choosing to give it another shot?

The notion that you will one day feel better again seems far-fetched when you are in a state of feeling like giving up on life.

When we experience challenging periods in our lives, it might feel as though we are trapped in our suffering. When you promise to keep trying even if you don't yet know what success will look like, that's when hope begins to appear. Faith is a promise that, no matter what, you will eventually be alright.

It is the knowledge that, despite your current suffering, the cosmos, God, or higher self has your best interests at heart and that you are immensely loved and protected. Ask your inner critic for advice.

Don't make analogies.

Recognize the happy times.

Keep a gratitude journal handy.

Faith serves as a continual reminder that difficult times will pass and you are not meant to suffer.

One must also give up the solace of pessimism and decide once more to push through the discomfort of low emotions in the hopes of succeeding.