June 6

”If you have not often felt the joy of doing a kind act, you have neglected much, and most of all yourself.” A. Neilan

Giving back in service is not about the possibility of getting something in return. Service work is done because we have something to share. For me it comes from a true desire to show gratitude for all I have gained from my fellowship. It’s a small act to do my part to help keep the group functioning so that it will be around for others who need the program as much as I do. Service can be as simple as showing up a few minutes early to help set up tables and chairs, or staying a few minutes later to put them away. It can be chairing a meeting, welcoming a newcomer, or becoming a sponsor. It can be taking a leadership role in a group, intergroup or even with the ISO itself. There are many levels where I can do my part to keep the fellowship alive and well. I have always found in volunteering that I get back so much more than I expected, and usually in ways that I could never have predicted. The opportunities it has opened, the people whom I have encountered, the experiences I have had all continue to provide encouragement for me to give of my time. Service is definitely a healthy activity that resides in my outer circle.

Affirmation I will look for ways that I can give back to the fellowship, big or small, to show my appreciation.