Tuesday; October 16
Most of us are interested in making a difference. The good people I know actively look for and take part in doing good deeds for those around them. While we like making a difference, there are times when it can be discouraging. To help us from becoming disheartened here are a few simple suggestions: 1) Remember that what we are doing is for the good of others, not for the publicity we receive . Even though we don’t do good to be praised by men, it is nice to have our efforts noticed and recognized. A good way to avoid disappointment is to make the decision before we get started not to seek or expect publicity. 2) Remember that what we are doing is for the good of others, not for the thanks we receive . This may sound similar to the first point, but I believe that this is an even more likely trap. Some people might not know how to say “thank you” and others may not have the social skills to express their appreciation. Let’s just offer our help whether we receive