Hope Cross’s Stories, Lessons & Insights

We’re looking forward to introducing you to Hope Cross. Check out our conversation below.

Good morning Hope, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
I lose track of time and find my center in nature and in art. Whether I’m walking through the trees littered throughout Atlanta or I’m splashing color on canvas both transport me to that childlike awe that reminds us of why we are here; to be witness of all of it. It’s the best way to pause and process, to play and reconnect, to breathe and be aware of the beauty of life.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Hope. I’m a therapist, artist, and storyteller who has walked through love and loss and found resilience on the other side. My work weaves together healing, creativity, and connection. I create spaces where people can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and remember their own capacity for hope. What I share is not just my story but an invitation for you to discover the beauty and meaning in yours.

Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
A moment that shaped how I see the world was caring for my husband as he lived with ALS. I witnessed what it means to lose everything we take for granted and still somehow find a deeper sense of self. That experience shifted me forever. It taught me to live in reverence for the simple miracles of life, breathing, swallowing, walking, getting out of bed, and it rooted me in a deep gratitude that I now carry into my work. Everything I share comes from that place, a reminder to slow down, honor what is here, and see the beauty in our own aliveness.

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
If I could tell something to my younger self, I would tell her that she will have a chance to understand and heal from the things that confuse her. She will be able to take all of the lessons and experiences and turn them into a way of offering support to others who may be moving through trauma of their own. I would tell her that one day she will find purpose in the very things that once felt senseless.

So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
I get asked often if the public version of me is the real me. I do my best to put my authentic self forward, which means I sometimes share vulnerable truths that are not always flattering. At the same time, I have learned to be discerning and protective, no longer offering my whole journey the way I once did. So yes, the public version of me is real, but it is only one piece of the whole of who I am.

Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
When I am gone I hope people say I was the embodiment of hope. That I taught others how to find meaning in the hardest places, how to transform pain into something beautiful, and how to live with a steady sense of wonder. I hope they remember that I taught the art of noticing, of spending time in nature, of knowing yourself, and of loving the people around you with tenderness and fierce clarity.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.comingbacktohope.com
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