Volunteering makes you a happier and healthier person. After someone volunteers, they get a great sense of accomplishment. There is nothing quite like it, you leave with a different outlook on life, especially if you volunteer for the less fortunate. You start noticing how lucky you are for the gifts you have that others don't.
I volunteered at a food kitchen, where they feed the hungry, and took more out of it than I would have ever expected. They were so thankful for that one meal, which made me realize that not everyone knows when their next meal will come. Sure I knew that there are people out there who weren't sure when they would eat again, but once you experience how grateful they are you start becoming that way too.
Volunteering is so great because, not only do you start seeing life through a different perspective, you are actually reducing your risk for heart disease. After reading this article on how volunteering is good for you, I know that people who volunteer a couple hours a week live a longer life than those who don't. They have a greater sense of belonging because, they feel like they have an affect on other peoples lives. It's funny how just a little bit of your time goes such a long way.
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Jim, I couldn't agree with you more, volunteering is a great way to help others, and our environment. Just knowing that what you have done has helped others is indescribable. It doesn't have to be a lot either, often-times just a hour or two a week can make a huge difference in someones life.
ReplyDeleteNice job Jim. I think volunteering feels so awesome! Helping others is something more people need to do. The food kitchen must have been a great experience. I'd like to do that sometime if you ever go again!
ReplyDeleteA well-focused post. You are getting better at this.
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