Making a difference to our world.
Making a difference to our world.
Tesco stores have a popular slogan, ‘every little counts’. This simply means every cost savings you make while shopping with them can go a long way.
In like manner, everyone can make a difference in their world. You might think the difference may not be significant, but you’ll be surprised to know that your little efforts can go a long way to changing the lives of others.
Hindrances to making a difference;
A lot of people store up their dreams and passions and are unable to make a difference for the following reasons.;
– Fear; Do not be afraid to step out. It takes boldness and courage to step out into any new assignment or activity. Fear is a hindrance.
– Procrastination; Don’t think you have all the time in the world to do it later.
– Low Self-Esteem; Don’t look down on yourself or any task you have embarked upon. Do it with zeal and positivity.
– Discouragement; You may not get encouragement from family and friends. Encourage yourself and avoid any form of discouragement. Don’t waste time with people who don’t inspire you.
Steps to making a difference;
– Remove ego and self-interest; To impact our world, we need to imbibe humility and overcome self-interest. The ultimate goal of service shouldn’t be to meet our needs. Rather, it should be to meet the needs of others first.
– Dedication; Whatever you have ventured into, do it with all your heart. Be dedicated to it. Avoid flimsy excuses.
– Discipline; Train yourself to do what is required of you consistently, even when it is not convenient.
– Commitment; To truly make a difference, you must remain committed to your task. Don’t give up when the going gets tough. Consistency is a sign of commitment.
– Focus; We live in a world of many distractions. It takes focus to excel. Focus is maintaining interest and paying undivided attention to our activities.
In conclusion, everyone has a deposit of greatness and talent. This deposit is not for self-interest. It is for the benefit of humanity and mankind as a whole. To make a difference in our world, we must adopt a mindset of service. What is the service you can render, to truly make a difference? Start thinking about it now.
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Christian Youth Mentoring Initiative provides opportunities for mentorship, leadership training, growth, and development of youths. Our vision is to raise well-balanced youths, high flyers, focused, and capable of standing out in the global world. Email us: info@cymi.org.ng
Is the author of the book, titled, 'Arrival at Destiny'. She is the President and founder of the Christian Youth Mentoring Initiative (CYMI).
