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We\u2019ve all heard the saying \u201cit is better to give than receive\u201d. But, when considering what truly makes someone successful in life, this saying is the foundation of real success. This is true for personal and professional success.<\/p>\n

Do Good and Good Will Come to You<\/p>\n

In a previous blog<\/a><\/u> we discussed the Law of Attraction<\/em> and the importance of \u201cminding your mind\u201d. In other words, if you think about failure, you will attract failure. The same can be said for giving back. If you want success in life, then you must help others to succeed. Sounds simple, right? The good news is that you will help your well-being and bolster your professional success.<\/p>\n

Success is More than Wealth<\/h2>\n

People can achieve wealth and influence by putting people down, playing dirty and stepping on others to \u201cget ahead\u201d in life. However, make no mistake, these people do not end up \u201csuccessful\u201d. Why? Because success is NOT defined by wealth and influence only, but also by a well-rounded life where you like yourself and others like you in return.<\/p>\n

These are very important aspects of life and should not be downplayed. Look at it this way, greed and power are strong emotions that fizzle and deplete the human condition if allowed to go unchecked. To thrive, you must like yourself and be welcomed into peer groups\/society. Humans are social animals after all, who depend on community and other people for emotional health and support. Otherwise, it ends up being lonely \u201cat the top\u201d and what happens when things go wrong and you need the support\/help of others? There won\u2019t be a helping hand, that\u2019s for sure.<\/p>\n

Happy Me, Happy You and You…<\/h2>\n

If all you have that makes you successful is wealth and power, will you really enjoy it anyway if peers, colleagues and the random stranger hate and despise you? I don\u2019t think so. Still not convinced? Show gratitude<\/a><\/u> to a stranger today and note how you feel. Chances are you will feel good and the person you helped will feel good too, subconsciously causing them to \u201cpay it forward\u201d, making another person feel good, etc.<\/p>\n

Giving back helps us realize a purposeful life that goes beyond just feeling warm and fuzzy; there are proven physical health benefits as well, including increased longevity according to a Forbes<\/a><\/u> article.<\/p>\n

From a professional viewpoint, giving back is often the key to moving forward toward goals because it provides opportunities to:<\/p>\n