Why serving people matters!

Jonathan Doyle
Aug 8, 2017 · 2 min read

There is such a paradox in modern life. Things are both more complex than ever while simultaneously remaining as simple as ever! How?

Ever heard the saying that “The more things change, the more they stay the same?” It simply reminds us that the most important things in our lives are unchangeable. Love, family, purpose…you get the picture. Yes, we may have more tech than ever and more complexity and more cat videos to watch but the fundamental things that give life meaning and richness and joy and direction.

Over the years I have learned that one of the fastest ways to get yourself out of a slump or navel gazing, or self-pity is to simply shift your energy to focus upon serving people. When you take your focus off your own issues and problems and start to show a greater interest in helping other people solve their problems, or simply bringing them joy or trying to make a difference in their lives then before you know it, your own issues seem a lot less overpowering.

Look at the examples of the lives of so many people. From Mother Teresa to Tony Robbins we see that it is the people with a constant ‘outward focus’ on serving others who often end up manifesting the most joy and the most rich and meaningful lives.

As I get older I find that my life feels more and more meaningful as I am humbled and blessed to serve more and more people around the world. Why? It’s so simple. The universe is, itself, a gift. Everything we have, from the breath in our lungs to the sun that warms our days is something given freely to us. We created nothing. I have found that if we live our lives in congruence with that one great truth then we find, eventually, meaning, purpose and peace.

In contrast look at people who are self-obsessed, selfish, mean-spirited or hoard their wealth, time or compassion. Their lives begin to shrink, they close down and inwards upon themselves.

So, today, shift your focus my friend. Step up and into a bigger life where you simply try and help as many people as you can, as often as you can, for as long as you can.

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