I absolutely love the above quote. I think that so many people have the misconception that "service" means heading down to the nearest non-profit and donating your
time or volunteering and the nearest community event. That some "group" or "church" or "non-profit" or "company" or "school" needs to organize and seek volunteers in order to serve. Although these are great ways to get involved with your community I have a totally different view of what it means to serve and find joy.
I believe that once you find your passion, daily opportunities come your way in order to "serve". Think of it as living your life through a lens of compassion. It is noticing another person's needs and feeling the call within
you to do something to alleviate that person's worries, fears, or struggles.
What are your passions?
What are your skills? Where do
you excel? Where would you choose to
spend your time if the opportunity arose? It doesn't matter how you serve others.
Whether it be a random act of kindness, assisting with a chore, or
spending quality time with someone and just lending an ear to listen.
Each and every day we have the opportunity to do what we can, with what we have, wherever we are.
It doesn't have to cost a dime. Smile and say hello as you pass someone in
the parking lot or on the sidewalk.Give a compliment to someone. Hold the door and wish someone a wonderful day. Share your talents and time with those who will thrive in your company. It matters!
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