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To live harmoniously, we need to be supportive and helpful to all people,
creatures, and plant life that share this earth with us. While “being of
service” is part of being a good citizen of the world, it also feels good to
help others. When we do something for others in service, without the
expectation of anything in return, we are turning our actions into
offerings.
There are many ways to be of service to our community. There are the obvious
and much needed volunteer opportunities, such as serving Thanksgiving dinner
at a shelter, mentoring our youth, or cleaning up a beach. Then, there is the
kind of service that we may not even think of as being acts of service. Learning
a new language (perhaps sign language) so that you can talk to more people is
a way to reach out to others. Inviting someone who isn’t motivated enough to
exercise on their own to join you on your daily walk is a way to give of
yourself. Sharing flowers or vegetables from your garden, organizing a poetry
reading, offering to babysit for a busy parent, or donating pet food to an
animal shelter all are simple ways to offer your services to your community.
There are many ways that you can serve the world. Imagine the impact we would
have on the environment if we picked up one piece of trash off the street
everyday and chose not to drive our car once a week. Even gardening tactics
such as throwing wildflower seeds onto a vacant lot can brighten the lives of
others -- including the lives of birds and insects. Everyday, you can do
something to make this world a better place. During meditation, ask for
guidance on what you can do to be of service. This can be a wonderful
way to start your day. Smiling at a stranger who looks down in the dumps or
teaching your neighborhood kids how to whistle will impact someone’s day or
even their life. Giving of yourself is the best gift that you can give.
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