Hope: quick facts
Hope is the positive, future-oriented emotion built on the belief that a desired outcome is possible and that one can take steps toward it. In psychology, hope is often modelled as having two parts: the will to pursue…
Category
Moods & related states
Valence
Positive
Emotion family / blend
Anticipation + happiness
Typical triggers
Belief that a desired outcome is possible
How it's expressed
Forward orientation, planning, calmer outlook
Sources: Greater Good Science Center, UC Berkeley — Emotions; American Psychological Association — APA Dictionary: emotion. Educational information only — not medical or psychological advice. See our sources & fact-check policy.