In this powerful episode, host Peter Voorhees sits down with Dr. Chan Hellman, Director of The Hope Research Center at the University of Oklahoma, to explore the transformative science of hope. Dr. Hellman shares how hope functions not merely as a feeling but as a powerful framework that can be taught and cultivated, especially in the face of trauma and adversity. Discover the difference between wishful thinking and the active process of hope, learn how communities can become "hope-centered," and understand why hope might be one of the strongest predictors of well-being. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or working to build resilient communities, this conversation offers practical insights on how hope can light not just the end of the tunnel, but the journey itself.