disclaimer: this is only from my perspective and my opinions on the subject.
In my opinion, the most important part of life is being able to give back. I think that’s why I keep striving for the idea of ‘success’. Once one is financially secure and has a stable income, they are able to give back, donate, etc. I believe that one of the best feelings out there is giving back or just doing an act of kindness. It was once said that one of the most effective ways to help someone through depression is by letting them help someone else. Because the feeling of helping another individual is so powerful that it will give them that satisfaction and love in their heart. (I’ve only heard of this, I’m not saying it cures depression, it just might help.)
This can also be seen in families and relationships. A parent’s role is giving their kids the best out of life, so in a sense, they’re giving back.
The same goes for charities and donations and all sorts of volunteering.
There are so many ways to help others and I think that at the end of the day it’s important to be supportive, open-minded, and kind (even if you disagree with the person’s beliefs).
“ From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life. ” — Winston Churchill
