Living a life of meaning and unstoppability always involves giving. Many of the classic religious and secular texts throughout history contain some variation on "Give, and it will be given to you." Think about that for a moment. Isn't it true that the people with the most love in their lives give the most love? The people with the most friends are the most friendly?
A recent study by Stephanie L. Brown, Ph.D., of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, even showed that seniors who give aid and support to friends and neighbors actually live longer than those who simply receive it.
What you give doesn't have to be big. It might be a smile to a stranger, an offer of business advice, a financial donation to a cause you've wanted to help, or a few volunteer hours at a community shelter. By sharing your talents, time or money, you will become invigorated about your goal and your life because you will be making a difference in the lives of others.
TV host Larry King asked Dana Reeve, wife of the late paralyzed actor Christopher Reeve, if she ever got depressed about her husband being confined to a wheelchair. "Yes, of course, " she said. "And when that happens, I immediately reach out to someone else who's hurting. Chris does the same thing when he gets down. In fact, we usually do it together. Helping others is a surefire way to help yourself."
Consider making a daily habit of giving to others. It doesn't have to take a lot of time and energy. By opening your eyes and heart, you will notice countless ways you can simply reach out to others. There is nothing more fulfilling in life than expressing your love for others. When you create a habit of giving, you are the greatest recipient.
A recent study by Stephanie L. Brown, Ph.D., of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, even showed that seniors who give aid and support to friends and neighbors actually live longer than those who simply receive it.
What you give doesn't have to be big. It might be a smile to a stranger, an offer of business advice, a financial donation to a cause you've wanted to help, or a few volunteer hours at a community shelter. By sharing your talents, time or money, you will become invigorated about your goal and your life because you will be making a difference in the lives of others.
TV host Larry King asked Dana Reeve, wife of the late paralyzed actor Christopher Reeve, if she ever got depressed about her husband being confined to a wheelchair. "Yes, of course, " she said. "And when that happens, I immediately reach out to someone else who's hurting. Chris does the same thing when he gets down. In fact, we usually do it together. Helping others is a surefire way to help yourself."
Consider making a daily habit of giving to others. It doesn't have to take a lot of time and energy. By opening your eyes and heart, you will notice countless ways you can simply reach out to others. There is nothing more fulfilling in life than expressing your love for others. When you create a habit of giving, you are the greatest recipient.
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