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HOPE V/S EXPECTATION

 What is hope? Why do humans have hope?

“Hope is a delicate, yet powerful force—a bridge between despair and possibility. It's the belief that, despite the shadows of the present, there is light waiting beyond the horizon. Hope isn't passive; it's a quiet strength, urging us to strive, to endure, and to dream even when the odds seem insurmountable. Philosophically, hope has been interpreted in many ways. Some view it as an anchor for the soul, keeping us steady amid life's turbulence. Others see it as a fleeting illusion, comforting but not always reliable. Yet, for many, hope remains the lifeline—a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.” this is something an AI said. 

What is it? Why does it exist? How do you even define it? Does it have a definition, or is it a matter of perspective? I am not sure. I define hope as the ‘faith’ that any person has in themselves about any task that they are doing. It could be a small task, it could be a big task, or just about anything. It's the optimism—I am not sure if that is the correct word or not—in a person that keeps them going. “Expectations are beliefs or assumptions about what we think will happen in the future, often shaped by our experiences, desires, and cultural or societal influences. They can guide our decisions and behavior, acting as a framework for how we approach situations in life. Expectations can be empowering, helping us set goals and strive for growth. However, when they are unrealistic or unaligned with reality, they may lead to disappointment or frustration. How we manage our expectations can play a big role in our mental and emotional well-being.” is the definition of expectation from another AI. 

Expectations are the “wants” and things required of a person. What other people and we ourselves require us to achieve in life. It is mostly meant with the best intention at heart and i say mostly because at time it gets burdening and toxic for people; be it their own expectations or someone else’s expectations. 

Everyone in your life expects something of you, be it your parents, your family, your friends, your teachers even you have certain expectations of yourself. 

When compared to hope, expectations can get too much. Expectation can burden you while hope cannot. 

There is nothing called as excisive hope, but only burdening  expectations. 

Hope is a softer expectation. 

Hope is has been the sole driving force for humanity to survive and thrive untill this point. Its humanities greatest strength. Isnt it?  Who knows where we would be now if the humans before us had lost all hope. 

Hope for me is an inextinguishable fire inside humans that keep us going. Hope is what we live for. Hope is-probably one of the few reasons- why we wake up everyday.  - Jasmine.

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Art Written With Blood

Why do artists, poets and writers always feel the need to make art using pain? Is it necessary that art must be born out of someone’s pain and sorrow? Does it come naturally, or do they force themselves? Is an artist always doomed to feel misery because they wish to create something people will like, something people will cherish, appreciate, and praise? And maybe just maybe relate?

Must art be born out of damnation? Is it a societal standard? If yes, then why? Can art not be inspired out of good things? Or does it not hold depth and meaning as deep as art made from blood?  How ironic is it that this piece is also born of pain and sorrow, maybe something hollow? Hollow is what I feel in my heart, like there is something missing. I don't know what it is. But it is not there.

Do I feel at peace? no. Do I feel like I belong here? no. Do I feel stupid? yes. Do I feel stupid for writing this? yes. All the questions I asked above, I know the answers to, so why do I feel the need to write them down? Why, why, why, why? So many questions, so few answers, such empty and half answers, answers that don't satisfy me. I wonder if the answers that I might find in the future will ever satisfy me. Is there any such thing as satisfaction?

Answers that my brain, or my heart, or my soul doesn't want to listen to, even though it knows that's right. I don't understand what is holding my brain back from accepting those answers.

I don't understand. I also don't know what I don't understand. I don't know why I don't understand. I don't know why I can't understand. I don't understand.

Is art any less if you need a starting point to write or make it? Is it any less than the art that comes from the raw, unaltered soul? Or does it depend on the gaze of the reader?

                                                                                                         - Jasmine.