Sunday 31 March 2013

Help the World By Helping Yourself

By Hal Neff


You could help the world by being nice to yourself. A few believe that you have to be totally selfless and set other people and things above yourself in order to spend your time in a worthwhile way. But this is not always the case.

When you're nice to yourself, you can actually extend that kindness to others in a viral method.

Sort out Your Own Issues First

When you constantly disregard your own wants and needs, you'll eventually become stressed out and frustrated. You simply can't approach life ignoring what you really want. You could tell yourself that you're doing it for the good of the world, but in the end it will be quite contrary.

If you are stressed out, other people will notice, even if you think you have bottled it up inside. There are subtle hints that you give away. Your muscles may be tense, or you might have a nervous tick. You also could be preoccupied and noticeably distraught during periods where you would have normally took part socially.

You may think that it's no big deal, but it really can be. People can pick up on negative or nervous mindset, and be stressed themselves!

Have you ever been around somebody who's obviously enjoying life with a big smile and calm nature? Their own attitude is infectious, isn't it? You will probably end up enjoying your entire day a whole lot more just because you encountered this person.

Keep in mind that the opposite is also true. If you act negatively, you may end up sending someone home in a bad mood even when you never intended it.

Spreading The Spirit

Once you have resolved your own problems, you can then spread an optimistic spirit to the entire world. You can accomplish this without trying. Go about your day in a good light, and you might discover that your own joyous mood spreads to everyone, even the lady at the checkout counter at the nearby shop.

You may also knowingly and positively spread around a good spirit. Pass out honest compliments to both friends and strangers. Tell your friends and family what they really mean for you. They'll appreciate hearing it.

You might also find that these actions make you feel good in the process. It's just another way that a simple gesture could help you to pass on happiness to the entire world.

New Ideas

If you are up to it, you can take everything to yet another level. Brainstorm new ideas and activities that you find personally entertaining and also help other people as well.

With some creative thinking, you will probably think of several things that fall within your personal skill set that can benefit the world.

* For example , if you enjoy carpentry or other home building skills, join your local chapter of Habitat For Humanity and spend time with them on your weekends.

* If you enjoy environmentally friendly activities, engage in them in your free time. You may also pass on an awareness of these activities to your friends and co-workers.

Feeling like you have made a positive difference can help you feel great about yourself!

Your Real Self

Your job is to find your true self. Just that act alone does a lot for helping the world. You can inspire others to find their true selves and the world will be a happier place for all you come across with.




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