The best way not to feel hopeless is to get up and do something, anything. Waiting for good things to happen can only make you feel more miserable especially if you have been waiting for a long time. Push yourself to act, as the Law of Action is a huge part of manifestation. When you start doing something that inspires you then a creative process has begun.
If you get up, go out and do something positive, you are creating a world of hope and possibilities.