Today I am sharing a piece with you on being selfless written by my very good friend Sheryl Douglas. She is truly an awesome soul who shines her light everywhere she goes.

Sheryl has never been afraid to be herself in a world where we are asked to often be selfish. Below you will will find what she has shared, her true to life belief

Happ impacting reading:

Being selfless in a world where selfishness seems to be to the order of the day is never easy.

While our intentions are to do without expectations the human part of us will kick in from time to time in hopes those who we support would also be willing to reciprocate.

For me being selfless can be rewarding when you’re able to put joy or relief into someones life or situation.  I, myself have a habit of jumping into action to help others. I picture myself in other peoples shoes keeping in mind how it feel not to have the help or support others are capable of giving but not willing. I’d feel terrible knowing I can help but didn’t even after realizing that person’s heart wouldn’t allow them to do the same for me. My heart, my mind, my upbringing won’t let me do it! As I get older, I’ve realized who I am; my willingness to give and be present for those who won’t is my gift from God. He doesn’t give you gifts without the strength and tools to withstand the greatness and of contrary aspects of it. God blessed and assigned me with this gift, and I must utilize the good, bad, and ugly in it and still rise to every occasion. 

By: Sheryl Douglas