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“There is no greater folly in the world than for a man to despair”

Miguel de Cervantes

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Feeling hopeless is one of the worst things someone can do because it stops them from trying to solve problems and move forward. When people feel like there's no hope, they give up on looking for answers or better ways to handle tough situations. For example, imagine a student who fails a test. If they think they'll never get better, they might stop studying and their grades will get worse. However, if they choose to see this as a chance to learn and try harder, they can improve over time. The idea is that giving up makes things worse, while staying hopeful can lead to positive changes. Just like in history, there are many stories of people who faced big challenges but didn't lose hope. For instance, Thomas Edison failed many times while inventing the light bulb, but he didn't give up. He believed that each failure taught him something new and brought him closer to success. Applying this to your own life means that even when things seem very difficult, it’s important to keep looking for solutions and not lose hope. Believing in better possibilities can give you the strength to keep moving forward, tackle problems step by step, and eventually find a way to succeed.

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Despair Encouragement Folly Hope Human condition Optimism Perseverance Philosophy Strength Wisdom
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