DO IT ANYWAY! (Don’t Wait For The Cameras To Be Rolling)

It seems like doing good in the community these day has become synonymous with social media posts and viral videos. How many times have you seen a cringe-worthy post that exploits the needy for 45 seconds of fame and some "likes" for the poster? While there's nothing wrong with sharing good deeds with the world, there's something to be said about doing good without seeking recognition or validation from others. In this blog post, I want to share the benefits of doing good in the community without the cameras rolling.

Doing good for others without thinking the end goal is recognition or reward allows us to act from a place of pure altruism. When we're not seeking attention or validation, we're free to act purely out of a desire to help others. Selfless giving can be incredibly rewarding and also helps us build meaningful connections with those we are able to help (whether it be a community member, or an animal in need). It's great to spread awareness and inspire others to make positive changes, but the true value of doing good lies in doing it for the sake of the others and not just for personal recognition.

Also, doing good in the community without the cameras rolling allows us to focus on the needs of the community, rather than a need for attention or validation. When we're not concerned with how our actions will be perceived by others, we're able to listen more deeply to the needs of others and respond in a way that can help them. This can lead to more impactful and sustainable changes everywhere.

Another benefit of doing good without seeking recognition is that it helps us build a stronger sense of personal integrity and authenticity. Charitable acts that happen without someone trying to project a certain image helps them align with their core values and beliefs. This can help build a deeper sense of self-respect and self-worth, as well as a stronger sense of purpose.

Of course, doing good without an audience doesn't mean we should shy away from sharing our good deeds altogether. It simply means that we should prioritize the act of doing good itself, rather than the attention received for it. When we act from a place of pure generosity of time or resources, the impact we have on the world and the people around us can be truly transformative.

So, how can we go about doing good without a social media team videotaping and posting your every good deed (for “likes” and validation)? It starts with a change in mindset. Instead of looking for opportunities to showcase our good deeds, we should seek out ways to serve others and make a positive impact. We can volunteer at local organizations or donate to causes we believe in. We can check on our neighbors, run errands for those who need assistance, or simply offer a listening ear to someone who needs it.

In conclusion, doing good in the community without seeking recognition or validation from others can be incredibly rewarding and impactful. We're able to build deeper connections with those we're helping, respond more effectively to the needs of the community, and build a stronger sense of personal integrity and purpose. Not everything needs to be a photo op. So, let's all strive to do good for the sake of doing good, and make the world a better place one act of kindness at a time.