ARE YOU ENTHUSIASTIC?Written by Rhoberta Shaler
Enthusiasm, dictionary tells us, means to have a strong excitement of feeling, something inspiring zeal or passion. In Greek and French it means to be inspired. It's origins are, and its first definition, comes from religious. An enthusiast is one who tends to become ardently absorbed in an interest--a cause, object or pursuit. The real key to success is enthusiasm, so, big question of day is, "What fills you with enthusiasm?"What is it that inspires you to look forward to each day as you wake up? What is it that gives you energy to stay up late and get up early because of your passion for what you are doing? What are you creating in your life that is so in tune with what stirs your interest that you can hardly wait to do it? It would be very sad if answer was “Nothing", however, for most folks, that is just not true. There is something that fires them up. It may be their families, their careers, their hobbies, their community service, their desire to travel. Whatever that something is, it deserves a closer look. You may have considered possibility that what you are passionate about can be turned into how you create your financial means. You may have only thought of it as a hobby, a respite, a refreshing balance to your career. Is it possible that it could be more? Would you want it to be more?
| | HOW'S YOUR VIEW?Written by Rhoberta Shaler
It is comforting to know that we choose way we see world, isn't it? We choose both our view and our response to view. Why do I think this is comforting? Because you have ultimate control to change your perceptions and reactions. For some it is not comforting, it's terrifying! What would happen if you had no one to blame your feelings on?You've probably all heard saying, "You'll be about as happy as you make up your mind to be." There is so much truth in that. I remember when I really understood that truth. I was a young single mom with three children and had just been awarded custody of children and all family debts. The choice was clear. Option One: "Ain't it awful!" followed by justifiable depression. Option Two: "He done me wrong!" followed by justifiable anger. Option Three: "Here's a challenge!" followed by determination to create something better than ever. Simplistic, for sure, but it makes point. When you know that you choose your perception of an event or situation, you can be empowered to choose response to it that fits your values.
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