Uplifting Service

“We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men.”_Henry Melvill

Working with others, serving others, and benefiting them, this is what invariably creates true success. We earn success by translating what we love to do into something that other people will love to have. 

No one succeeds alone; great success always involves adding value to people besides ourselves. This is true not only in the world of business but also in personal world of relationships. 

Whether at home, in business, or in the community—remarkable success is largely dependent on meaningful contribution we can make in the lives of others. 

Though individual missions may be different, our core purpose should include making significant, positive impact in the lives of people that surround us. 

This is the basis of a meritorious life as Ron Kaufman, writes in his book, ‘Uplifting Service’: “Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others, cannot keep it from themselves.” 

You see, whatever we do for another, we also do for ourselves. By diligently serving others, we are indirectly serving ourselves. With this in mind, I encourage you to heed the call of Steve Maraboli, the author of ‘The Five Truths’ who said:

"Don't wait for other people to be loving, giving, compassionate, grateful, forgiving, generous, or friendly... lead the way!" 

So, in your own local community, endeavor to passionately serve other people not just for what you can get in return but for the overall good of the society. 

Never forget, alone, we can do so little, but by serving others dutifully, we can accomplish so much.

Now, I dare you to lead the way in gratitude, to lead the way in compassion, and finally, to lead the way in uplifting service.