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Andreas M. Krafft

Our Hopes, Our Future: Insights from the Hope Barometer

Our Hopes, Our Future: Insights from the Hope Barometer

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We can overcome crises and shape our common future by having an attitude of openness, mutual helpfulness, and hope. This book reports on the current images of the future and the common longings, and reveals the power of desirable images and collective hope as the opposite of general helplessness or blind optimism. It is based on the experiences of thousands of people in ten countries who participated in the scientific study of the Hope Barometer in 2019 and 2020.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 179 pages
Publication date: 17 February 2023
Publisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG


Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have all faced an immense challenge that has tested the resilience of humanity. This crisis has demonstrated our ability to respond effectively and constructively, finding opportunities amidst adversity. It has taught us that the future is not predetermined but rather something that we can actively shape through openness, mutual assistance, and hope.

This non-fiction book delves into the prevailing images of the future, the common aspirations, and the capacity for hope and action among individuals. It sheds light on the power of envisioning desirable futures and the collective hope as a counterbalance to general helplessness or blind optimism. The central insights of this book are drawn from the experiences of thousands of participants in a scientific study conducted in 2019 and 2020, combining lived practices with the latest findings from social science futurology, positive psychology, and pragmatic philosophy.

This book is intended for anyone who seeks to approach the future with hope. It provides concrete answers to critical questions and offers practical strategies for overcoming crises while creating a better future for individuals and society as a whole.

Dr. Andreas M. Krafft, an esteemed academic, teaches at the University of St. Gallen and the Free University of Berlin. He serves as the co-president of swissfuture, the Swiss Association for Futures Research, and is a board member of the Swiss Society for Positive Psychology. Through his leadership, the Hope Barometer research network spans international boundaries, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange in the field of hope.

In conclusion, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented us with a unique opportunity to reflect on our collective resilience and ability to shape a better future. By embracing openness, mutual support, and hope, we can overcome challenges and build a more inclusive and sustainable world. This book serves as a valuable guide for those seeking to navigate the future with optimism and purpose.

Weight: 302g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783662662045
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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