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by Roger Carr
We know that volunteering a portion of our time is something we should
do. There are reminders all around us that our help is needed. Other
people will significantly benefit from any time we contribute. But that
is not the only reason to volunteer.
Have you thought about the benefits you will get from volunteering? If
you consider the many benefits you will receive, you will be asking
yourself why you aren't more involved with helping a cause. Consider
these 18 reasons to volunteer some of your time:
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The bodies that we have miraculously been given are very complex. Regardless
of all of the advances in technology, we can't create a substitute for
many parts of our bodies.
Doctors are dependent on donations from individuals for items such as
blood, organs and tissue to help save lives. Consider the following
ways you can donate a portion of yourself to help save and improve the
lives of others:
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Think back over your life. Think about the people that had a positive influence on you. If your past was like mine, many of them didn’t realize the impact they made. The influence was usually due to them caring about you and doing some little thing. What little things have been done for you that changed your life? What little things have you done for someone else that might have changed theirs?
I have been influenced by little things done by others.
I had a boss that asked whether I had the guts to take a job he felt I could do. It was a job I wasn’t even qualified to apply for. That question influenced me to set my career goals at a higher level and faster pace than they were at that time.
When I attended my first Toastmasters meeting the group made me feel welcome from the moment I set foot in the room. One person made it a point to introduce me to several members before the first meeting started. Another leaned over to me on my second visit, just before my first speech, to let me know what to expect and to let me know I would do great. I am grateful to both of them.
Children can influence us as well. A great example of this happened to me at a Cub Scout summer camp here in my hometown of Fredericksburg, Virginia. For those of you who are not familiar with Cub Scouts, the boys range from 1st through 5th grade. I showed up on the morning of the first day of camp just to make sure everything went smooth for our group. We got everyone registered for the week’s events, set up a canopy where the scouts and leaders could get under some shade for lunch and then headed to the flagpole. At the flagpole, all of the camp participants said the Pledge of Allegiance and then the camp leader started to give instructions. In the middle of the instructions, one of the 1st grade boys tugged on my pant leg. When I looked down at him, he had the biggest smile on his face. He said, "Mr. Carr, I’m having a really good time" and he meant it! They hadn’t even started their first camp activity yet. At that moment, I knew all of the hours I put in as a scout leader were well worth it.
I have found that we can influence others by doing little things for them.
You can influence others by providing help when it is needed. When I say provide help, I am not just talking about offering to help. Most people will not take you up on an offer even if they desperately need it. I remember taking food to a couple that was sick. This was not anyone I knew. It was a friend of someone that was in my Sunday school class. Two years later they saw me, thanked me and told me how much that meant to them. They even remembered my name after two years! Another way I have helped was to provide advice to coworkers that now refer to me as their mentor. Also, to help families pack up a truck to move. Some of these families are friends of ours today even though they live several states away.
Another way I have found that you can influence others is by saying "thank you." I don’t think I ever realized the power of saying thank you until a few months ago. I was at a professional symposium in Northern Virginia. I was one of the symposium leaders. During a lunch break, I stayed in the room where one of the classes was being given to watch all of the personal belongings of the students while they were at lunch. During the break, three of the hotel workers came into the room to fill water pitchers and put out clean glasses. One of the workers was obviously a mentally challenged person that was hired to help. His job was to put the clean glasses on the tables. When he serviced the table I was sitting at I said a simple "thank you." I will never forget the look on his face. I could have told him he won the lottery and he couldn’t have looked any more excited! Even after they left the room to go to the next, I could still hear him shouting as loud as he could about the "nice man."
Writing notes is a third way you can potentially influence others. I started writing thank you notes a couple of years ago (for reasons other than receiving a gift). I have been thanked over and over for some of these notes of appreciation and told I didn’t have to do that. I have recently learned and started using at times a new way of writing notes. I learned it from Charlie "Tremendous" Jones who has since encouraged me to pass this method along to others. Purchase some inexpensive, inspirational books that have had a positive impact on you. Write an encouraging note inside the cover of one of those books and give it to the person. You will feel good doing it, reading the book will change the person, and they will think of you every time they read it. What a powerful gesture!
Start today doing little things for others.
I can look back over my past and remember several moments in time that God used someone doing a little thing that encouraged me. I have also heard from others that have been influenced by me for doing the same. There are many kinds of little things you can do to encourage others. Some of these involve providing help when there is a need, saying thank you, and writing notes. What are you going to do today for someone that will make a difference in his or her life?
Roger Carr is the founder of Everyday Giving. His life purpose is to help people help others. To learn more ways to give, sign up for the free Everyday Giving ezine at http://www.everydaygiving.com
(c) Copyright 2005 Roger Carr
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by Roger Carr
Many great things have started as a simple, creative idea. Consider donating some of your best ideas to help others. The more creative you are, the more ideas you will be able to create. You can be creative even if you don't think you are.
I have known many people who were scared to use a computer for the first few times. However, after diving into it they became more comfortable. They were willing to take a risk and make some mistakes. The result was an ability to learn and do things they would never be able to do without the use of a computer.
Being creative and thinking up world-changing ideas occurs in the same way. Everyone can be creative but they have to be willing to start. The creative process will then become more natural over time.
Try the following tips to help you on your journey to be more creative:
1. Record your ideas on whatever is comfortable and convenient at the moment. What is important is that you record your ideas. In the past, I have forgotten ideas that I thought of when I was on a walk. Now I carry a digital recorder with me on those walks. At other times I use my computer, notepad or journal. Choose what will work best for you and make sure you have a way to record your ideas at all times. You never know when an important idea will surface.
2. Don't limit yourself to ideas that seem possible. Capture all of your ideas. Even those that seem impossible to implement are important for a couple of reasons. First, what seems impossible to you may not be impossible sometime in the future or for someone else. Second, impossible ideas encourage further creative ideas that might be more likely to be implemented.
3. Change your scenery or location. A change in scenery can stimulate the creativity inside you. A change might be as simple as looking out a window. You can also visit someplace new like a park, beach, or mall. The new environment can foster new ideas.
4. Read on many topics. It is amazing how many things in a totally unrelated subject can prompt new ideas. By broadening your knowledge into more areas, you make your creativity potential grow.
5. Go for a walk. Some of my best ideas have happened when I was on a walk. This applies to any form of moderate exercise. I have heard of others who have written articles and speeches while walking or jogging.
6. Focus in 10-15 minute increments. It does not take a significant amount of time to brainstorm some potential ideas. In fact, brainstorming works best when done for short periods of time. Concentrate for a few minutes on generating as many ideas to address a specific area or problem. Then capture anything that comes to mind throughout the rest of the day (see tip #1). You will have several ideas for consideration for little investment of time. One of those could become something tremendous for helping others.
7. Think big. What question are you asking to prompt your ideas? The larger the question, the larger the impact those ideas may have on the world. You can start by addressing smaller problems, but don't limit yourself to those. You have unique experiences, knowledge and talents that should be applied to helping others on a grand scale as well.
Follow these tips and you will be on your way to generating ideas that have the potential to change the world. Don't let your previous lack of creativity keep you from developing and donating your ideas. Get started today.
To learn more ways to give to others, sign up for the free Everyday Giving ezine at http://www.everydaygiving.com Roger Carr is the founder of Everyday Giving . His life purpose is to help people help others.
(c) Copyright 2005 Roger Carr
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by Roger Carr
When we think about giving from our wealth, most of us think of giving financially. However, there are other ways of giving from our wealth. Some of those ways are right in front of us every day. The following are some examples to consider:
1. Clothing. Clean out your closets and drawers of all clothing that is either too small or too large to fit you. Also, get out any clothing that you have not worn for a long time. Donate those clothes to a charity or church that will reuse the clothes or sell them to raise funds.
2. Books/Toys. Don't stop with cleaning out your unused clothing. Go through all of your books and any toys that might be in your home as well. If they don't get used, put them to good use by donating them.
3. Cellular Phones. It seems that many people are getting their cellular phones replaced every couple of years. What do you do with the old phone? There is an organization that redistributes those phones to people that might need one for emergency situations but can't afford it. Contact the Charitable Recycling Program at 1-800-527-4700 x301 for more information. They have collection sites across the United States.
4. Cars. Are you about ready to purchase a newer car? What are you going to do with the one you are currently driving? Many charities accept donations of used cars. Most of them sell the cars in an auction to raise funds for their cause. Checking with your favorite charity or doing a search on the Internet for "auto donation" will give you some options if you are considering this.
5. Eyeglasses. Don't throw out your old glasses or let them collect dust somewhere in your home. The Lions Club International has been collecting eyeglasses for approximately 80 years. They will put them to good use in developing nations.
6. Food. Every year the Boy Scouts in my area collect canned goods to donate to churches and shelters to help feed those who need the help. You can help by giving food to your local churches and shelters. Check in advance for rules on what they can and cannot accept.
7. Furniture/Appliances. If you are remodeling or have household appliances you are no longer using, consider donating them as well. Furniture and appliances may be accepted as donations at charities such as Goodwill Industries International, Inc. Call ahead to make sure they are accepting them at your location.
Not only will making these donations help others, but it will also give you some additional space and a great feeling. You may even be able to use your donations to reduce your taxes.
What are you waiting for? Start opening your closets, drawers and cupboards now and donate your unused items to help others. You may be wealthier than you realize.
Roger Carr is the founder of Everyday Giving. His life purpose is to help people help others. To learn more ways to give, sign up for the free Everyday Giving ezine at http://www.everydaygiving.com.
(c) Copyright 2005 Roger Carr
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Do you want to put a smile on someone's face? Maybe make their day a little bit brighter? It doesn't have to take much time or money on your part. In fact, many things can be done as a part of your normal routine and cost little or nothing. You won't know how many people are encouraged by your kindness because smiles are contagious. Try out one or more of these 7 ways today to put smiles on their faces.
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By Marenda Taylor
 You have heard all your life that it is better to give than to receive - but why? The answer is simple; the more that you give, the more you will receive. Abundance and success are the return for the unconditional gifts you make.
An unconditional giver is someone who gives from the heart because they want to, not because they have to, or because they feel obligated to do so.
By giving freely and without conditions, you are using the law of giving and receiving and will gain the rewards of drawing abundance and success to you.
The universal Law of Giving and Receiving is both spiritual and scientific.
The Spiritual basis of The Law of Giving and Receiving: Whatever you sow, you will also reap. -Galatians 6:7
The Scientific basis of The Law of Giving and Receiving: For every action, there will always be an equal or even opposite reaction -Isaac Newton's Law of Motion.
Reasons People Resist Giving: A lot of people will not give because they fear losing what they have; this is a feeling which comes from a sense of scarcity which is often not warranted by their circumstances.
The spiritual basis of the law of giving and receiving is that if you give nothing, you will gain nothing.
From the scientific perspective, if you do nothing, nothing will happen. You must take action for something to occur.
The person that decides not to give for fear of lack or fear of loss, will never gain or grow, but will always remain stagnate, keeping only what they already have and never realizing anything more.
There are also those who feel this same sense of scarcity; but give a little - they will receive a little in return.
Some people understand the basic principle of giving and receiving and simply give to get. This is a perversion of the Law of Giving and Receiving.
Those who give out of selfishness learn that just as with gravity, you can't really bend the rules of the law of giving. You must give unconditionally to make the law work for you.
Start Giving From the Heart: BY incorporating the law of giving and receiving into your life, you will find that you can indeed give of yourself without having to worry about scarcity. This is a liberating feeling of abundance and a great example of the law of giving and receiving in action.
This is nothing short of a spiritual experience. You will begin to feel a kinship with the world around you and develop true empathy with others. This will enable you to truly love others as you love yourself.
You'll be more in tune with the needs of others and this is what will allow you to give freely and unconditionally.
When you give this way, others will be inspired and you'll start off a cycle of giving.
Giving Produces Spiritual and Personal Growth: This simple act of giving increases faith and trust in the Creator of all life. As blessings and miracles unfold before your eyes, you become increasingly aware that a Higher Power is at work.
The more you give, the more you receive. You'll see the benefits, which will include love and joy.
This kind of unconditional giving is the key to a fulfilling life and abundance. Read Change Your Mind, Change Your Life! today This and other unique content 'Business' articles are available with free reprint rights.
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Bees are all giving by nature. They are natural givers and maintain the
world of abundance. But each bee actually takes a different position in
maintaining the hive as well as the flower garden. So, I thought human
beings are the same. We are all naturally giving and caring. But we
tend to express our giving in different ways. So, here it is a 'giving
bee ' chart where you can find your own bee type. Watch out for the
following bee analysis! The more you share your value as a giving
bumblebees, the more we can do together to make a difference.
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Buy1GIVE1 (Buy One Give One) joins businesses with worthy causes all
over the globe so that each and every business sale makes a difference
somehow, somewhere, every second, every day. It also does much more
than that. It injects a potent marketing 'engine' building your own
level of attraction.
Michael Porter, probably the world's most respected business enterprise
strategist writes this: "I used to see this area of corporate social
philanthropy as the last thing on my agenda 10 years ago, but now I
agree that social and economic issues are intertwined. Corporate
philanthropy - or corporate social responsibility - is becoming an ever
more important field for business. Today's companies ought to invest in
corporate social responsibility as part of their business strategy to
become more competitive."
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B1G1/BOGO (Buy One Give One) matches businesses with charity causes
right around the globe so that every single business sale makes a
significant difference somehow, somewhere, every second, every day. Yet
it also does much more than that. It injects a potent marketing
'engine' growing and developing your own attractiveness.
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Transcript from FT of London interview
Jan 2008
Mike Southon: So this is Mike Southon for Beermat Radio in association with The Financial Times on FT.com and I am totally delighted to be chatting with my very good friend Mr. Paul Dunn.
Paul Dunn: Oh. What a nice welcome. Thank you Mike, great to be here.
Mike Southon: And welcome to U.K so you have just flown in from Australia and you are going to come and wow us, we will find all about that.
Paul Dunn: Hope so.
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Just think about the last time you said “WOW!”
Hopefully it wasn’t too long ago. And when it happened, it happened at what we might call a ‘heart’ level. You saw or experienced something and then instantly, you went “WOW”. It wasn’t something you thought for ages about. It was instant. It required no ‘processing’, no thought.
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http://www.empowerlives.com/partners/p_big1.html
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http://nanbanote.blogspot.com/2008/01/give-back-more-than-you-take_4932.html
Monday, January 14, 2008
What happens when you take more than you give back?
Eventually the well runs dry. It is not that difficult to understand. We simply need to become consumers with a conscience.
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And now to the personal stuff.
You may have heard that I’ve just arrived home from overseas,
specifically from India, Malaysia and Indonesia. I went to India to see
the Tsunami kids I sponsor and to KL and Jakarta for the new Wealth
Dynamics Experience programs (it was wonderful to see Australian Life
Members David Anttony, Sean Redmond, Steve Smith and Jackie Curran
stepping up to be there too).
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Midday Meals Programme from India Studied At Harvard
Midday Meals Programme from India Studied At Harvard
One of our major non-profit partners in India who feeds children a nutritious meal for 6 rupees (less than US20c) is making itself known around the world for its efficiency and ability to deliver.
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