Enthusiasm

"If you can give your son or daughter only one gift, let it be enthusiasm." --Bruce Barton

"en·thu·si·asm: a strong excitement of feeling, passion, zeal or fervor."

Are you enthusiastic? What about? Your enthusiasms are signs from the universe (or God) of areas for you to explore in your life. The feeling of enthusiasm is a natural response to something that interests, intrigues or excites you. I believe that enthusiasm, along with curiosity, are two ways for you to tell what path you are supposed to be taking in your life. Another way of saying this is enthusiasm and curiosity can lead you to your purpose in life.

You may also be one of those (like I used to be) who didn't much get excited about anything. I generally used logic and thinking as my primary way of moving through the world. Someone wise mentioned to me that I was missing a lot in the world by not owning and expressing my more positive feelings, such as enthusiasm. I listened and changed.

Expressing enthusiasm can feel like being a kid again. You feel energized, freer and lighter, or at least I do.

Make a list of all the things that you are enthusiastic about now. Try to do at least one of these each day or week.

If you don't feel enthusiastic about anything, it's time for a change. It could be a sign of depression that you could explore with your doctor or therapist. If you're just in a rut, then try something new this week. See if it engenders enthusiastic feelings. If not, try something else that you are curious about. Your life will change for the better.