Giving to Others
There is a never ending stream of notifications I receive via email (WSJ) indicating that thousands of jobs are being lost each day. It just saw an announcement today that the jobless rate is at a new high level. The anxiety, fear and uncertainty is building among many Americans. What can you do?
I am suggesting that you do something that may not be on your mind if you are out of work and that is, give to others around the world. This may be hard to fathom when you are concerned about paying the mortgage. But, I challenge you to work into your daily activities a segment of time to “Give” of yourself.
Giving to others has an amazing almost magical affect on you and can bring many positives into your life. Here are some strategies to consider:
1. Incorporate a certain amount of time in your day to break away from the job search and to give. It can be in the form of actual labor, administrative activities, or even strategic thinking for a non-profit.
2. You’ll be amazed at the people you will meet that can potentially help you to find that next career step or opportunity.
3. Giving gets you away from the negative thoughts of doubt and helplessness.
4. When you do something for someone else, it is inevitable… you will have the good returned… if you don’t require it. Just do good expecting nothing in return and the positive experiences (opportunities) will come your way.
5. You begin to understand that you are needed. There are people in this world that desperately need your help! You have the power to change their lives in ways that you’ve never imagined.
Don’t miss this blessed opportunity to give of yourself. The benefits are numerous and there are no negatives. You can only win and others win as well.
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