To be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history…

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”

The only hope for social networking sites from a business point of view is for a magic formula to appear in which some method of violating privacy and dignity becomes acceptable.
–Jaron Lanier

Hope arouses, as nothing else can arouse, a passion for the possible….

“Without the assistance of that Divine Being… I cannot succeed. With that assistance I cannot fail. Trusting in Him who can go with me, and remain with you, and be everywhere for good, let us confidently hope that all will yet be well.”

Each time a person stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out…

“Hope and patience are two sovereign remedies for all, the surest reposals, the softest cushions to lean on in adversity.”

A video I made featuring my favorite inspirational quotes. I hope it inspires you. Video: pokerworld. Edit: juicyfreshmelon. Audio: John Lennon – Imagine.