How to Regain Your Youthful Zest for Life
Posted: Sunday, October 21, 2007
by Alan Bondy
http://www.successgurus4u.com
Nothing matches the excitement and joy of a young child as they go through their day. When raised in a loving environment, young children spend much of their day laughing, singing and dancing. It is truly wonderful to watch such expressions of joy and bliss.
The teenage years can be difficult. Peer pressure, dealing with your own emotions, sexuality and a host of other issues can make this time tricky for many kids. However, the experiences of greater independence, dating, first love and a first job can make a teenager get out of bed (albeit a little later) with an unbridled enthusiasm for the day ahead.
So what happens as we age? Many adults are stuck in a cycle of work and sleep. Spare time is often spent seeking temporary pleasures in an effort to Recharge for the coming work week. Self medicating with drugs and alcohol is another way that people pass the time. Many people feel Content, but ask them what is new and exciting and you are bound to get the answer Oh you know, same old thing. At work the clichs are Another day another dollar, or when asked how they are people will respond simply Im here. It appears that after people get the house, job, car, spouse and kids many people stop striving for new experiences, or they have forgot what they really wanted out of life?
We have definitely lost our youthful zest of life. How do we get it back? Looking back at all the different stages we have discussed reveals some similarities. The commonalities are first time experiences, learning something new and a view to the future.
We have to continue to grow as people. Learn new things and try new experiences. I dont mean just ordering the extra spicy chicken wings. You have to stretch yourself. Get out of your comfort zone.
Have you always wanted to learn a new language, a musical instrument or maybe take up tennis? Imagine yourself doing those things you used to dream about but somehow got pushed aside. Do they still appeal to you? Is it good for everyone involved? Yes? Then you should do it. Dont just try it. Decide to actually do it.
You have to and I know this is tough for some people set a goal. Be 100% committed to achieving that goal.
Goal setting is easy if you know the right formula. You have to have a measured change in mind by a certain date. For example I want to learn the saxophone is not a goal. I will be able to play 3 recognizable melodies on my saxophone by January 1 st 2008 is a goal. A goal must meet two criteria, How Much and By When. I will be able to order a meal in Spanish by June 15 th is a goal. I think I will try learning Spanish is not a goal. For more info on goal setting and success in general I suggest The Success Principles by Jack Canfield.
Working to meet those goals and then achieving them provides new experiences, knowledge, skills and a richer future. The joy of accomplishment and the experience of the task itself are the ingredients to that zest for life. Imagine what you want, formulate a plan and make it happen. That is how as adults we regain our Zest for Life.
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