I have always been one of those people to give of myself. Sometimes way too much..... By giving of myself I found a place of contentment in my life and I think I am truly a richer person for it. Gandhi once said "To find yourself, lose yourself in the service of others".
I have been asked, why I give so much of myself ? In all honesty there is no answer as to why, apart from it is what I grew up with and what was instilled in me when I was young. I have been rewarded in my life by giving and being considerate of others. It's allowed me to see the big picture. My worries and challenges don't seem to be as significant when compared to others and what they may have gone through or be going through.
I don't expect anything tangible in return. What I do expect is the consideration that I gave to be reciprocated. It does not need to be much; A kind word, a thank you, just the little things you know.
Winston Churchill once wrote "We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give"
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