The Receipe for Good Deeds...

There is something inherently satisfying about doing a good deed for another, without any thought or desire to be repaid... There's a satisfaction that comes from giving- from the heart- that is all the reward you need. Yet in today's world we tend to rush through our days, intent on our own jobs, hobbies, and pursuits- living our lives at such a hectic pace that doing for another just doesn't occur to us as practical or even possible. All too often we work so hard today with our focus on tomorrow that we miss out on life. Life is that thing that is happening while we're rehashing yesterday and worrying about tomorrow...
Learning to slow down and appreciate the day allows one to see what is happening around them. We often look, but it's a rare few who actually see. When we do see others, and step out of our comfort zone and help someone out, the satisfaction extends far beyond the "thank-you". We begin to develop a reputation as a good neighbor, a good friend, a nice person- but even more, someone who can be relied upon... And we feel good about ourselves, and we build self-esteem, and we build the desire to do more. It's called learning to live in community, learning to be self-less, instesd of selfish... It's a good thing. Trust me. Food for thought...