Man’s Best Friend Teachable Moments: Enthusiasm is Contagious

How good does it feel when your dog comes flying to the door when you get home from work?

When you’re having a rough day, how amazing is the barrage of puppy kisses from your loyal bestie?

How about that belly laugh from the intensity of watching that loveable companion get into mischief and just live their best life?

It is no secret that “man’s best friend” has a powerful impact on our mood and energy. They can lift you up when you are down; put a smile on your face when you didn’t even know you need it; and consistently arrive at our life when you need it most. What is their secret?

Enthusiasm.

They embrace life. They are in it to win it. They are all in with what they are doing. They are completely connected and present.

Whether it’s crushing it at a game of fetch…

Getting hyped for their next feast (you should see our dog when we merely mention the words “breakfast” or dinner” lol!)...

Or snuggling up on the couch with you while you’re unwinding after a long day.

Their joy and love and happiness can’t help but raise your energy.

Now, what if you brought that same uplifting vibe to all that you do?...

How do you think your friends and family would respond?

How do you think it would change things in your work environment?

How do you think you would approach your self-care habits (hitting the gym, meditating, etc.)?

I’d be willing to bet there would be a MONUMENTAL shift. Both in your mindset and perception of the interaction ahead AND in the outcome. Even if it had a 1% improvement from what you would have experienced otherwise, THAT is still GROWTH! Imagine if every single task you encountered was 1% better, each and every time. Imagine what your life would be.

A day from now.

A week from now.

A month.

A quarter.

Year?

Simmer on the possibilities that arise. The connection, the levity, and the love in your relationships. The inspiration you would feel in your work. The harmony and peace you would feel.

It all starts with this small gift of perspective and attitude from that adorable, 4-legged creature that simply can’t wait to go on a walk and smell the roses with you.

Your challenge…

Ask yourself: “How can I bring more enthusiasm to every moment of my life?”

Then DO IT.

Watch the transformation unfold.

Until next time…

Love. Every. Body.