The Joy of Volunteering ⋆ Happier India

The Joy of Volunteering

“What skin treatment have you undergone? Quite a glow on your face!!” …She is frequently quizzed by many of her friends. “Have malady to know the taste of the malady!!” she replies with a beaming smile.

She could make out the level of curiosity in their eyes. Family members often wonder how the same woman who always complained of bodily pains and aches in her mid 30s is carrying out all physical and mental activities with a panache. Emotionally also she has become stable.

I am sure you all would love to hear about the secret of this malady; how a sickly, weak and sulking girl transformed into a happy, healthy and harmonious human being.

Way back in early 90s loss of her mother and a personal crisis shattered her completely. Oblivious of all her interest in career and life, she found solace in voluntary work of teaching in a public school run under the auspices of a religious organisation in Punjab. There she immersed herself in teaching English to rural children.

This selfless service to humanity made her happy and full of life. Helping children grow academically brought her self esteem back.

Though she had regained her zest and enthusiasm yet she aspired to be self-dependent and wished to lead a life on her own terms. Her decision to stay all by herself was opposed by one and all from family and friend circle. But nothing deterred her decision. Along with a full-time job she continued volunteering for various causes. And then 3HS happened; another turning point!!

After that no looking back. Her natural happy self has come to the fore.. Presently associated with AHhaLife! and Abundance group she is enjoying peace and harmony. By now you must have guessed whose life story I am sharing.. yes, it’s my story. Thank you for lending patient ear

So What are you waiting for? Find a way to happiness… joy by sharing your skills, time and energy for a cause. Awaken your happy natural state and inner health by being a selfless volunteer!!

Let me tell you volunteering not only wins you social credits or strengthens your resume, it also enhances your network and gives you a purpose of life.