How to Keep Your Hopes Up

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a hobby!

   Everyone has a hobby.
   
   Go escape when you're having a hard time.
   
   Getting lost in your hobby and having fun with it can really help you to forget about your problems.
   
   Some hobbies could be: art, movie-making, reading, inventing, writing stories/ books, whatever fits your personality.
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   Step 2: Be confident.

   There is always light at the other end of the tunnel. , If you aren't so much of a people person, there's always that lady sitting in the cubicle next to you.
   
   Or maybe your math teacher.
   
   Anyone will do.
   
   They'll understand, everyone has gone through rough spots. , Really, it helps! , Your situation is not as hopeless as it seems.
   
   There are bright spots to it, you just have to seek them out.
   
   Even if they are completely silly, have a laugh about them.
   
   You're already on your way to diminishing your pessimistic outlook. , Have a picture of a really fun time with you're best friends in Disney World or a note from a relative that said they loved you in your possession at all times. , Do something fun with your friends or just by yourself.
   
   Treat yourself to something you've wanted for a while or just relax and surf the web for a couple hours. , Talk to the person you think doesn't like you or is making you upset.
   
   Act like nothing is wrong; this way, they'll know that you're mature, cool, and strong.
   
   Talk or text this person as often as you did before. , You can't change what happened, but you can change what will happen.
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   Step 3: Talk to someone.

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   Step 4: Cry it out.

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   Step 5: Think positive thoughts

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   Step 6: rationalize.

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   Step 7: Have happy memories nearby.

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   Step 8: Take a break.

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   Step 9: Don't let them know you're down.

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    Step 10: Try to look ahead to the future

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    Step 11: and leave the past behind.

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