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What does it mean?
The speaker finds unexpected hope and fulfillment in a person they waited for.
In plain terms
You are the hope I never expected.
What can you take from it?
Recognize when someone fulfills a deep hope.

Where it applies

  • new relationships
  • overcoming despair
  • finding purpose

Putting it to work

  • nurturing new love
  • identifying hope
  • expressing gratitude

Questions to consider

  • What are you waiting for?
  • Who brings you hope?

Another view

Expectations can be misplaced if the person changes.

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