To Serve A Cause Beyond Yourself....

From Jim: We're in this together, like it or not. Life, I mean. Our ability to think and be self-aware and aware of others makes it impossible to live in isolation. We, each of us, can and should find a way to "be for others". I can't tell you what that might mean for you. It could be your commitment to your marriage or your family. It could be your participation in your church or a community organization. Perhaps it's in service to your country. You might have a part in the protection and care of our fellow living creatures. The point is that life is fuller and more meaningful if you can get past your self and serve a greater cause. Selflessness is a state of being. When we lose track of ourselves, we are at our greatest. That's something our kind has noted for a very long time. We extend our highest medals and honors for the most selfless acts. All of us are put off by egomaniacs and self inflated boors. I suppose true selflessness knows modesty is it's purest form. There is no thought about recognition or reward-anonymity is desired, protected. Quiet, deliberate, humble service makes for some very good times indeed. The days go by. The appreciation for what is accomplished is private and sweet and honest. There isn't a need for approval or praise-it is it's own reward. One of the nicest things you can do for yourself is the serve a cause beyond yourself. Sounds counter-intuitive, but I think most of us know it's true.