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Imagine what a different world we would live in, if we all worked toward the greater good. With all that takes place in our lives, it can sometimes be easy
to overlook the fact that we're part of something greater than ourselves -- a
collective consciousness, the Universe, a greater cause. Because of our
tendency to forget this, we might make decisions in our lives that don't
reflect that responsibility that comes with this belonging. All too often, we
focus just on the short-term, tangible gain to ourselves without worrying
about its consequences. Other times, we may discard the greater cause because
it seems like "hard work." The challenge is to expand our minds so
that we transcend the distinction between self and others, so we are aware of
how our choices and actions can impact a greater cause. Contributing to the greater cause doesn't have to be all about
self-sacrifice. For example, if you plant a tree in a community space, its
shelter will cool and protect you as well as your neighbors. Or, your reward
might be in the form of the beauty that you now see in that space or the
sincere smiles of appreciation from neighbors. When you serve the
greater cause you also serve your greater good. There is nothing that you
cannot do for your highest good that will not benefit the good of all. For
example, saying no to a relationship that isn't right for you not only
benefits you but serves the greater good of the other person that you are
honoring with your honesty. Saying yes to your dream job not only fulfills
you but also serves the people that will benefit from your enthusiasm and
productivity.
When you know you are serving a greater cause, there is little room for fear
and doubt. You know that what you do will benefit others, so there is no way
the universe is not going to support your efforts -- even if sometimes it may
not look that way. Serving the greater cause allows you to live from the
space of your greatness. When you know that what you do can serve a greater
cause, you are aware of your power and ability to influence and create change
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