Enthusiasm

Enthusiasm
The dictionary defines such a word as a “controlling possession of the mind by any interest or pursuit”. Others describe the word as great excitement from a specific cause or event. Enthusiasm could never exist if pursuits and interests weren’t so important in today’s world. Everyone wants to get somewhere. This want creates the great enthusiasm that many people feel. However, could the emotion of enthusiasm bring about a negative affect? Enthusiasm could “control” the mind and if success is never achieved, other negative emotions may follow. Basically just containing high hopes in a certain situation, enthusiasm can be one of the most profound emotions if used to its highest potential. The more enthused someone can become, the greater possibility of success in life.

Large optimism brings enthusiasm to the table. Just six months ago, I was even optimistic about school, along with the upcoming fall soccer season. However, shortly after, I dreaded the idea of waking up every morning any longer, and the high enthusiasm about school had vanished. Just a few days ago, I was greatly looking forward to the lacrosse season. Playing lacrosse again, and a successful season were definitely “pursuits” of mine. Unfortunately my enthusiasm would be crushed as I realized lacrosse practice was the worst three and half hours imaginable.

I realize that present time enthusiasms basically build off of the wants I am trying to obtain. Even if that so called want is almost impossible to achieve, and nearly unimaginable, I could still be enthused. On the contrary though, the enthusiasm I feel right now is still much higher for goals I know can be obtained. Food is only a short time away. So I find myself greatly excited for a specific event, breakfast. A long weekend, also in the near future, is another “interest” of mine, which I can’t wait to occur. My high hopes, for these specific events of interest to unfold, create the enthusiasm I can thrive from.

Enthusiasm for the unknown is just like admiring and curiosity for what the future holds. Achievement of large goals, along with morals and important values build the future. As of now I’m looking forward to the completion of junior year and the summer. The blazing sun and hot summer days are tops on my list of things to come. I am even enthused about the rest of the NBA season and march madness, which is only two days away. My enthusiasms’ for the future are endless because of so many “interests and pursuits” that are obtainable. I believe all these enthusiasms if conquered will bring about success in my life, even if I’m just enthused about a basketball game.