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Secret # 40: Do Something Good for Someone Else

There is no better feeling than doing something good for someone
in need. If you are human, you need to be needed. Volunteering
is great for the community, sets a good example for others, and is

also beneficial to your health. Today, make a decision to volunteer
somewhere, or help someone out on a regular basis.

Studies show that volunteering has numerous health benefits.
First and foremost, it improves physical well-being. Interacting with

others reduces heart rate and blood pressure, while increasing
mood-balancing hormones. In addition, helping someone else is
great for the immune system, and helps buffer stress.

Volunteering has a positive
impact on feelings of self worth
and confidence by giving people
a sense of purpose. Experts

suggest volunteering when you
are going through difficult times
is a great idea, because it takes

the focus off your own crisis.

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