Being There For Others

It’s comfortable and really easy for me to think of only my needs. I can get fixated on what I desire and want and forget about those around me. I believe my life is made better and contains more joy and serenity when I can be of service to others. Some may feel differently and they are entitled to their thoughts and feelings as I’m only able to speak for myself.

When I awoke this morning, I had a message from a buddy here in Cebu. He needed a favor on Monday and asked if I was available. It’ll take most of the afternoon, but it’s not really too time consuming. We’ve spent similar amounts of time talking and hanging out doing nothing in particular. So the ability to help him get something accomplished is no big deal.

These things happen regularly. Some requests require time, some money, others my expertise and all I’m able to accomplish, I will. Not for monetary compensation, but rather to serve. To help those needing help, when they need it. That’s the deal for me. To help, to serve, to make the journey of someone else a bit easier and thereby helping myself in the process.

Today, Friday, July 29, 2022, I am grateful that:

I got a chance to speak with Herb yesterday. I look forward to our conversations every week. It’s disappointing for me and him when we don’t get a chance to have some dialogue.

I got a chance to help Jay last night. He needed to call back stateside and I was happy to help facilitate the call. He got what he needed accomplished. It was a bit later in the night than either of us would have liked, but it was finished and nothing else is required.

I got a chance to have dinner with Chance last night. He was showing another guy around Ayala and we ran into each other. We had a great conversation and caught up on things since we hadn’t spoken since before the pandemic.

How do you serve others?

Do you offer your time and services freely, without expectations?

How can you be of greater service?

Be Great. Be Grateful!!!