Stroll through any mall today, and you’ll notice that many people have turned into zombies.
There’s an obvious severe lack of energy, no spark of life. Everything feels automated, dull, and devoid of passion.
I found myself at a concert not long ago, expecting unrestrained excitement — instead, the crowd stood motionless, arms folded, even as their favorite performer gave their all on stage.
What’s noticeably absent in many is simply enthusiasm — a quality I consider vital to the human experience.
It’s often said that enthusiasm can compensate for many shortcomings, and I firmly believe this to be true.
Today, I’ll explore 8 strategies to boost your enthusiasm.
Key Takeaways:
Make it a point to engage in one activity you adore every day.
Regardless of whether you’re juggling a full-time job, family obligations, or a plethora of other duties, carve out time for something that’s just for you.
It could be something as straightforward as reading a bit of a book, enjoying a meaningful conversation, spending a few moments outdoors — choose something and deem it utterly non-negotiable.
2. Be More Curious
Recently, I captured a video discussing our dwindling spark of curiosity — what once blazed like a wildfire in our childhood now barely glimmers, on the brink of extinguishing.
Curiosity is intrinsically linked to our enthusiasm. Anyone who has watched children can attest to this.
Discovering something entirely new will push us to discover all the elements associated with that particular concept.
To rekindle this flame, engage with life with genuine interest.
Ask profound questions, start learning something new, or gaze at the stars, pondering the universe’s mysteries.
Reviving your curiosity will transform your approach to life and your perception of the world.
3. See The Benefit In Every Situation
Complainers and negative people suck the lifeblood out of any enthusiasm.
They see everything as a negative and put themselves in victim mode which is not only a massive turn off, but is a black hole for any positive energy.
If you look back on your life on situations you once considered negative, it’s likely you now see them as a blessing.
When you see everything from a positive angle, you’re using the power of an abundant mindset which is associated with a high level of enthusiasm and is contagious.
4. Surround Yourself With Energy
To truly embrace a life filled with passion and enthusiasm, it’s crucial to be in the company of those who share similar values.
No matter how passionate or engaged you are, being surrounded by 99 negative and dispirited individuals will eventually take its toll.
Initially, you might resist, but after a year, their influence is likely to have dimmed your spark, underscoring how significantly your environment impacts you.
Take a moment to evaluate your social circle. Identify those who uplift and inspire you versus those who drain your energy and foster a pessimistic outlook on life.
5. Create Triggers To Pump You Up
I was on a podcast recently and I was asked:
Dude, how are you always seemingly on fire and inspired?
My answer was simple: I have trained my body and mind for years to get into this state on 85–90% of my days.
I’ve worked my ass off and there’s no looking back — and you can as well.
The key is to create triggers that put you into this state, such as:
…and more. This varies person to person, maybe the way you create your trigger is to wear your favorite outfit, or being creative.
6. Wherever You Are, Be Entirely There
Have you ever found yourself in a breathtaking setting, yet your mind was elsewhere?
Imagine witnessing a beautiful sunset or dining with close friends, but not being fully present.
Later, you realize you missed out on truly experiencing the moment.
Being present amplifies enthusiasm by engaging all five senses, allowing you to fully immerse in the moment, breaking the constraints of time, and fostering genuine connections and experiences.
Often, we’re not entirely present in our experiences; we’re distracted by our phones, preoccupied with financial worries, or bogged down by various insecurities and doubts.
7. Appreciate Your Body
Your enthusiasm for life is deeply connected to how well you care for and nourish your body each day.
Every action we undertake, including reading this text, consumes a portion of our mental and physical energy.
Thus, it’s no wonder many feel like they’re merely going through the motions, drained by:
- Diets heavy in sugar and processed foods
- Poor sleep quality
- Hormonal imbalances
8. Act As If
Lastly, take yourself mentally to a place where you are the enthusiastic person, you’re the one full of passion, you’re the one who attracts and connects other people.
Feels pretty awesome, right?
“If you want to be enthusiastic, act enthusiastic.” — Dale Carnegie
You can make this happen, but in the meantime, act as if.
Inject this energy into a conversation today and be fully aware of who you were yesterday is not who you are today.
You can change your mindset and behaviors at this very moment to become whatever you’d like to be.
It is one of the main differences between humans and other living beings. We have the quality of reinventing ourselves countless times.
The only thing we need to do is being fully aware of what and who we are, and knowing how to undergo the change.
Final Thoughts
There are no downsides to enthusiasm. It’s attractive, contagious, attracts opportunities, gets you remembered, and can change your entire experience.
You will notice that the moment you start geing enthusiastic, you will spread the positive energy around you.
Sounds pretty amazing, huh?
Use the above to start injecting enthusiasm in things you do today and watch yourself not only grow but also experience a deeper level of fulfillment which is going to impact every area of your life.