Being of service

How do I share my gifts and talents with others? We do so through many channels. We utilize our interests and aptitudes in the work setting, at home, in professional and social organizations, at school, or in our community. We can do this in isolation (preparing mail outs) or in groups (volunteering at the local food bank). The success of our participation is based on the difference we make to those around us whether on a short-term or long-term basis. Do we leave the world a better place after contributing our time and talents? When I give rather than receive, I find that I actually receive so much more in terms of self-satisfaction and self-esteem. Being a social person I enjoy spending time in the company of others to achieve a goal. This could be in a fund-raising event or a community block party. We each have an opportunity to identify what we are best at and how this can be shared with others. At the end of our time of service we should ask ourselves, "How do I feel now?" Hopefully the feelings will be positive ones. How can you be of service today?