How strong is your hope for the future? Are you optimistic?
Eric Barker’s article “11 scientific studies that will restore your faith in humanity” talks about scientific studies that support the power of optimism and hope.
Reading his article reminded me that the Gospel teaches the same principles. The Gospel truly is a pathway of hope and optimism!
1) You bounce back better from tougher problems.
I believe that everyone lived with God before living on this earth. This earth life presents a testing and proving ground for people to exercise faith, choose to obey Heavenly Father’s commandments, and make and keep sacred covenants.