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Hope Quote by Rachel Cohn, David Levithan

“I want to believe that, despite all the evidence to the contrary, there is reason to hope.” quote by Rachel Cohn, David Levithan
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““I want to believe that, despite all the evidence to the contrary, there is reason to hope.””

Rachel Cohn, David Levithan

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Upside of Falling, Rachel Cohn & David Levithan, 2015

Hope persists despite contrary evidence, offering a counterbalance to cynicism.

In simple terms: Believe in hope even when facts seem bleak.

Key Takeaway

Hold onto hope in adversity.

Themes

hope optimism faith skepticism

Mood

optimistic thoughtful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • social injustice
  • health challenges
  • career setbacks

Key Concepts

Existentialism psychology literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence challenges your hope?
  • How do you balance hope with realism?
A Different Perspective

Hope can lead to denial of reality if unexamined.

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