Susie Almaneih describes why getting involved in your community and helping those in need has positive effects on your well-being and overall life satisfaction.

1. W H Y G I V I N G I S G O O D ( F O R Y O U )
S U S I E A L M A N E I H :

2. American cultural
anthropologist known for her
political passion and female
perseverance, Margaret
Mead, once said:
“Never doubt that a small
group of thoughtful,
committed, citizens can
change the world. Indeed, it
is the only thing that ever
has.”

3. • People who recognize the power of action and taking a stance are the ones that
actually do change the world.
• And that’s why it’s important to recognize the power of volunteering for charity.
• Plus, not only do you help those in need through volunteer work, but it is
scientifically proven to have benefits toward your health and outlook on the world.
• Here are just a few of the many reasons why giving back is good for you generated
from Babble.com's article …

4. V O L U N T E E R I N G
M A K E S Y O U
H A P P I E R
• First, volunteering alleviates depression
and increases life satisfaction.
• People who volunteer throughout their
lives, even if it’s from random acts of
kindness and not through a large
organization, are proven to have a more
positive overall well-being than those
who do not.
• According to Babble.com, “Kindness is
good for your heart, both figuratively and
literally. Older adults who volunteer have
lower blood pressure than those who do
not volunteer,” (Babble, 6 Reasons Why
Giving Back is Good for You).

5. H E L P Y O U R H E A LT H !
• Because cardiovascular disease is currently the number one cause
of death, it is important you take care of your heart health from a
young age
• And what better way to do that than helping those in need in your
local community and around the world.
• In addition, “Research shows that teens who volunteer even just
one hour per week can have lower levels of inflammation, lower
cholesterol, and lower BMIs than those who do not
volunteer,” (Babble, 6 Reasons Why Giving Back is Good for You).

6. • Next, you will be a great role model for children and
influence them to be kind to others and make good choices.
• Children who see adults volunteering and being kind are
inspired to do the same, and in doing so feel more accepted
by their peers.
B E A R O L E M O D E L

7. • Being kind to others can have a cyclical effect in that those who
are kind are less likely to be bullies, and those who are kind (and
therefore more accepted) are less likely to be bullied,” (Babble, 6
Reasons Why Giving Back is Good for You).

8. C O N N E C T W I T H O T H E R S
• Lastly, when you make a difference is somebody else’s life, especially
if it is a direct donation or through an acquaintance, you feel good.
• Whether you have a friend who’s mother is battling cancer, or you
once struggled to pay rent - making a donation or volunteering for
causes that directly affect you, or that you are passionate towards,
is even more rewarding than just anonymously donating to a cause
you have no affiliation with.

9. So make a difference in the world and give back
(it’s good for you)!