For much of life, we’re taught to anchor our hope in what happens outside of us. We hope to get the job. We hope to be loved the way we need. We hope the world changes. We hope that once we achieve the dream, the pain will stop. This kind of hope — external hope — isn’t inherently bad. In fact, it can be a powerful force. It gives us momentum, fuels ambition, and helps us move forward when things feel stuck.