Happiness begins the minute you do something for other people.
People who consistently help others are happy and do not come across any hurdles in their lives. Research shows that they are less stressed and experience better mental health.
The purpose of life is, indeed, to serve others. In doing so, you should not expect something in return, and your intention should be to lessen other people’s misery.
Living a meaningful life is something that everyone needs. However, it is not something going into a spiritual quest. You can find the real core of life only when you help others because you are living with others, and your relationship matters. Remember, you are living in this world because there are other people. Can you imagine living on this vast earth alone (probably lonely)? You will undoubtedly go crazy if you find yourself alone in this world. Life takes place concerning others. Whether it’s someone from Europe or Africa, that does not matter; it is the same human being. Your idea of separate humans is just an idea; otherwise, you all are interrelated and interconnected.
Hence, by helping others, you can make this world a better place. People would love to be around you and be grateful to you. You must help people if you want a blessed life.
There are many benefits of helping others in life. If you want to know, here are the following:
It makes us feel good about ourselves. The most obvious one is when we help someone in need, our brain releases serotonin, a hormone that makes us feel happy and satisfied. For years, the greatest thinkers have suggested that happiness is found in helping other people.
It also gives us a sense of purpose and meaning in life. The idea that helping people is part of a relevant life has been around for many years. Aristotle wrote that happiness and fulfillment are achieved “by loving rather than being loved.” According to a psychologist, who assessed the writings of various philosophers throughout history, relationships with others are “a central feature of a well-lived, positive life.”
Helping others allows us to connect with people more profoundly and form meaningful relationships. It also gives us a sense of belonging and strengthens our bond with the community. Offering your time, experience, skills, expertise, and even to the point of your resources proves your value and can help build positive and deeper relationships. So be proactive, help others, and if there’s an opportunity to assist with something – take it.
An author named Gary Lindberg has written a book, “The Vegetable Grows and the Lion Roars: My Peace Corps Service,” a book of memoir about Peace Corps Volunteer experience as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Ivory Coast, Africa, in the 1960s. This powerful book offers a fascinating glimpse into what it was like to be a Peace Corps Volunteer in the program’s early days. This one-of-a-kind memoir presents how he decided to apply for the opportunity, how he trained, his project, his daily life activities, and the friends he made there. He further shares highlights from his travels on vacation breaks, like his experience on a safari and his visit to the legendary city of Timbuktu. Get ready for first-hand insight into a truly extraordinary experience!
This memoir combines historical elements with personal vignettes as Gary Lindberg elaborates on his adventures – such as having a broken radiator in the middle of nowhere and how he and his companions got help. In addition, he offers an exciting view of village life and works during a particular project he worked on in a village called Déahouépleu. The text’s accompanying photos illustrate his work, life, and travels.
Closing Note
Therefore, helping others is beneficial not only for the person in need but also for the helper. It makes us feel excellent about ourselves and offers us a sense of purpose and meaning in life. It also has many practical benefits that can boost our career prospects and lead to positive societal changes. So, next time you come across someone who needs help, don’t hesitate to lend a helping hand. It will make a huge difference in their life and yours too.
The Happy Hammock 