![]() ![]() I feel like I'm in a chronic state of despair over the various bad situations all over the planet, with my personal struggles on top of them. Haven't you ever glanced across a room, caught someone's eye and shared a smile with a total stranger over a funny incident? It's understanding the human condition. It connects us to our loved ones but even brings us closer to strangers. ![]() I don't think I could live in this world without humor. Either way, we as humans tend to know when we need to break the tension and give ourselves a mental reset. It could be as simple as silly viral animal videos or the more complex comedy that contextualizes our lives in the broader arc of history. No matter how hard life can get, there are always people who find a way to make things feel lighter. Humor continues to be one of the things that gives me hope. Stay optimistic! Here's a selection of the themes and thoughts and thank you to everybody who wrote in. We asked our readers to share their optimistic strategies and they really, really did - nearly 100 wonderful responses. A few weeks ago, we published the thoughts of a few global advocates and activists on how they find the hope when things seem hopeless. ![]()
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