The Truth About Hope (and why it’s not just for the religious)

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13 Aug

Written By Sam Ruckle - Owner at Counsellor at Paper Crane Of Hope

I’m here to reclaim hope — for the non-religious. Because hope isn’t holy. It’s human. 🕊️

In this video, I’m opening up about the truth about hope — what having hope truly means, why it matters, and why it’s not just for the religious.

As someone who used to be part of the church, I once thought hope belonged to faith. But when I left, I had to rediscover it… and learn that hope was still mine all along.

This story is personal — it’s about healing, mental health, and remembering that hope belongs to every one of us. It’s for anyone who’s ever lost faith, felt broken, or needed a reason to keep going. I also asked my community what hope means to them, and their answers will move you.

From surrender and resilience, to art and courage — hope shows up in the quietest, most human ways.

Sam Ruckle - Owner at Counsellor at Paper Crane Of Hope

Sam Ruckle is the owner and founder of Paper Crane Of Hope. A mental health awareness campaign; leaving paper cranes in the community to spread a positive mental health message. She is also an Australian based online counsellor- providing therapy services to those who are INFJ’s, introverts and gentle souls; those healing from childhood trauma; and dealing with stress, depression and anxiety.
You can follow her paper crane journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercraneofhope

https://www.papercraneofhope.com