Michael

Enthusiasm is the greatest asset in the world. It beats money and power and influence. – Henry Chester

Enthusiasm can be like a knife that cuts through bad attitudes, sadness, struggle, difficult times and all other “negative” events and thoughts. I’m sure you know someone who is genuinely enthusiastic about something; a hobby, passion, belief system, life in general, sunsets, dancing, coffee and etc. Have you found that their enthusiasm is contagious? You feel better being around them. It can make you feel enthusiastic about things in your own life.

First and foremost, cultivating enthusiasm should be a selfish act. Be enthusiastic to help yourself first. As your level of enthusiasm increases making your “cup” overflow, you will be able to help others directly and indirectly. But, it all starts with you.

I generate and show a lot of enthusiasm when I do anything about photography. That’s I how I started cultivating enthusiasm in my life overall. I started with something I loved; i.e. photography. I used that passion to help my through times where I wasn’t particularly enthusiastic. So, when I was feeling low, I thought about photography. I played around in Photoshop. I went out and took some photographs. I read articles and books about photography. Doing this helped my get out of times of feeling bad.

As I practiced this simple technique, I started noticing that I was enthusiastic for no reason other than I was alive and enjoying life. As you practice cultivating enthusiasm it becomes a feedback loop. The more enthusiasm you generate, the more you will experience, and on and on.

As your optimism level grows, you will find that you can get through tough times much easier and find creative ways to conquer all that comes your way.

Have a great day!

Michael