You’ve probably heard me talking about the health and longevity benefits of volunteering. Now people are asking me how to get started. First, volunteer at a local organization doing something you enjoy that you feel is important to the community. Studies show that people who volunteer at two or more organizations have a forty-four percent lower death rate than those who don’t volunteer at all. These results are comparable to the effects of exercising four times a week. Not only are you helping others, but also, just as in exercise, you’re boosting your body’s immune system with your good works. As someone who cares passionately about women’s issues, family issues, and children’s issues such as kids misdiagnosed or children’s literacy, it wasn’t hard to find several organizations to work with. Find something you care about, whether it’s reading to children or elderly care, and you’ll be able to find work which will bring you a high level of satisfaction. In no time, you’ll find yourself actively involved in activities that will improve your health and will help others!
Tina Turbin
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Thanks so much for this information, Tina! I have been volunteering for over 20 years now, and I absolutely attribute that to my great health and attitude!
Forget the gym–I’m going to volunteer!;)
Does anyone have any volunteer organizations to recommend???
Thanks, Tina! I can see why you are called a humanitarian.
I wonder what is behind this! I think that when you help others, you stay positive, and that positive attitude can really be good for your health!
Actually an easy way to volunteer is just by helping out at your child’s school. I go along on field trips and help with activities like school dances. It’s fun and a great way to see my kids during the day:)
This is really good to hear. I will have to do some more volunteer work.
thanks tina this is a positive message. everyone wins!
Thanks! I’ll add this to my “health regimen”!
You must have GREAT health then, Tina! Thanks for sharing this interesting statistic.
See? It really is true that what you do for others will come back to you.
Thanks Tina for this interesting health tip:)