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How Do You Stay Hopeful?

On October 12, 2025 By Steve SampsonIn MusingsLeave a comment

The philosopher Ernst Bloch argued that hope is woven into the fabric of reality. Here’s a brief look at his big ideas, plus prompts to get you thinking and writing (hopefully).

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