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I Hope So

How to Choose Hope Even When It's Hard
By Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
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In uncertain times, hope isn't just a feeling—it's a powerful, science-backed tool for resilience and transformation. In I Hope So, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, award-winning author of Stress Wisely and Calm Within the Storm, shows readers how to use the power of neuroscience to access a well... Read More
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Harness the power of hope - a science-backed guide to building resilience and thriving in uncertainty.

Harness the power of hope - a science-backed guide to building resilience and thriving in uncertainty.

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In uncertain times, hope isn't just a feeling—it's a powerful, science-backed tool for resilience and transformation. In I Hope So, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, award-winning author of Stress Wisely and Calm Within the Storm, shows readers how to use the power of neuroscience to access a well of hope that already exists within. An acclaimed behavioural psychologist and resiliency expert, Dr. Robyne has taught countless individuals and organizations to face the future with confidence.

With a blend of neuroscience, history, and practical exercises, her book demonstrates that hope is not a luxury but a necessity. Readers will learn how to harness hope to improve decision-making, strengthen relationships, and cultivate resilience in their daily lives.

Written in an engaging and authoritative voice, this research-driven book appeals to a broad audience, from personal growth readers to business professionals, making it a strong retail contender in psychology, wellness, and self-improvement categories.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781774586792

Publisher: Page Two Books, Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 March 2026

Country: Canada

Imprint: Page Two Books, Inc.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 296

Collections

Career Development Education & Reference Happiness & Mental Health Mindset & Self Help Motivation & Inspiration New Year, New You Non-Fiction Personal Development Philosophy & Psychology Robyne Hanley-Dafoe Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

A sought-after, engaging, thought-provoking, and truly transformative international speaker and scholar in her field, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a multi-award-winning education and psychology instructor and resiliency expert. She lives in Ontario, Canada, with her husband, Jeff, and their three children: Hunter, Ava Lesley, and Jaxson. She is the author of Stress Wisely and Calm Within the Storm.

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