Intrinsic Hope

110 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h22min.
Excerpts offered to: Journal of Sustainability Education; Tikuun; UTNE Reader; Spirituality; Resurgence; Orion; Lions Roar; Alternatives Journal and Green AmericaAdvertising in: Alternatives JournalPromotion on the author's website: tbaPublicity in association with authors speaking eventsPromotion through environmental organizations and faith based organizationsGalley available on Edelweiss, printed galleys to major trade publications Simultaneous ebook release and promotion Promotion on New Society Publishers social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Blog, Youtube, Pinterest and InstagramA different kind of hope for living in these turbulent times Climate disruption. Growing social inequality. Pollution. We are living in an era of unprecedented crises, resulting in widespread feelings of fear, despair, and grief. Now, more than ever, maintaining hope for the future is a monumental task. Intrinsic Hope offers a powerful antidote to these feelings. It shows how conventional ideas of hope are rooted in the belief that life will conform to our wishes and how this leads to disappointment, despair, and a dismal view of the future. As an alternative, it offers "intrinsic hope," a powerful, liberating, and positive approach to life based on having a deep trust in whatever happens. The author, a hopeful survivor, shows how to cultivate intrinsic hope through practical tips and six mindful habits for living a positive, courageous life in these troubled times. Whether working directly on ecological or social issues or worried about children and grandchildren, this book is for everyone concerned about the future and looking for a deeper source of hope for a better world. AWARDS GOLD | 2018 Nautilus Book Awards: Social Grand Prize Overall Winner GOLD | 2018 Nautilus Book Awards: Personal Growth Foreword by Vicki RobbinIntroduction: Where On Earth Are We Going?The Global Eco-social Crisis and Its ImpactsPsychological ImpactsThe Psychological ContextWhere On Earth Are We Going?Uncovering and Nurturing HopePart I: Uncovering Intrinsic Hope1. Naming Our Feelings about the Global Eco-social CrisisFearDisappointmentSelf-Righteous Anger and FrustrationShame and GuiltSadness and DespairGriefDenial and ApathyConcluding Thoughts2. Reasons for HopeLife Is Inherently HopefulWe Know More Than Ever BeforeThe Future Is UncertainWe May Be Able to Resolve This Crisis Because We Caused ItHumankind Is Beginning to Think GloballyHistory Tells Us Positive Social Change Is PossibleThe Growing Global Citizens' MovementHope Can Be LearnedIt Is Our Responsibility To Be HopefulJust Because. . .What Else Would We Do?3. Intrinsic and Extrinsic HopeExtrinsic HopeIntrinsic HopeExtrinsic and Intrinsic Hope ComparedThe Relationship Between Intrinsic and Extrinsic HopePart II: Habits of Hope4. Being PresentMindfulnessDistractionSelective AttentionMeditationUsing Our SensesWonderBearing WitnessBeing Present to the Universe5. Expressing GratitudeChoosing to Feel GratefulThings To Be Grateful ForExpressing GratitudeAppreciation and ProblemsJoyGratitude and Consumerism6. Loving the WorldLove and CompassionCommunityLoving PlacesLoving the EarthLoving Future Generations7. Accepting What IsOpening Up to Painful EmotionsForgivenessReframingExpressing Feelings8. Taking ActionScientific InformationResults, Responsibility, and VirtuePurpose and CommitmentDo No HarmSmall Steps9. Persevering for the Long HaulSelf-DisciplineResilienceLong-Term ThinkingCuriosityLooking After OurselvesCelebrating Good NewsConclusion: Pandora's GiftInvitationAcknowledgmentsEndnotesAbout the AuthorAbout New Society Publishers