In today’s fast-paced world, many individuals are so consumed by the busy-ness of life that they forget to take time to empower themselves, as well as others in their everyday microcosm. Empowerment is a very robust term, but I think that most would agree that it is a process whereby one spiritually, socially, politically and/or economically strengthens oneself, as well as other individuals without expecting anything in return.
Genuine empowerment of others requires compassion, unselfishness, love and service. In life, we can choose to live selfishly, or, we can opt to live abundantly, while helping others realize that they are victors and champions despite their circumstances, that they are somebody, that they can make it, that they can love and be confident in their abilities, etc. Oftentimes, individuals think that they cannot empower others, but there are many small things that you can do to brighten someone’s day. If you already engage in such activities, then your wonderful actions should be commended. If not, here at least ten little, inexpensive things you can start implementing on a consistent basis to add value to other people’s lives.
1. Visit and help the elderly
In our current time and space, there are a plethora of seniors who appear to be forgotten. There are elderly parents and individuals throughout your community that yearn to hear positive words of life and to feel a comforting and caring touch. It is recommended that you take some time throughout the week to visit and help the elderly, where necessary.
2. Visit and help the orphans
According to governmental-based statistics, there are over 500,000 children in this country’s foster system who do not know genuinely know what the concepts of love and family are about. It would be beautiful to visit an orphanage in your community and to exhibit love to these young souls who desperately need such genuine affection.
3. Become a mentor
Mentoring younger individuals can prove to be value-adding for a lifetime. It is recommended that you spend a little bit of time using your experience, knowledge and wisdom to help the younger mentee to understand certain aspects of life that cannot be explained in a book, to challenge them in a positive way and to hopefully prepare the mentee for a great future.
4. Use your talents
Whether you are singer, writer, doctor, lawyer, engineer, artist, etc., it is important to utilize your natural talents to motivate and to inspire others. Additionally, it is important to let others know about their talents that they may not discern and humbly offer suggestions on how they can develop their gifting.
5. Simply encourage
Oftentimes, individuals are bombarded with negative communication, unfair criticism, hurtful words and discouragement. You can positively affect someone’s life each day by offering genuine encouragement, smiles and compliments.
6. Visit the sick
There is likely someone in your everyday microcosm that may be battling with some form of sickness and could use comforting and encouraging words. Your presence could prove very beneficial.
7. Vote
Although politics can be relatively controversial and negative at the local, state or national level, it is still essential to exercise your right to vote, exclusive of party affiliation. Your vote can help empower your community, state or country.
8. Teach a class
Many schools really appreciate when positive role models from the community can teach and inspire their students on a regular basis. It is a great mechanism of showing students that people from the neighborhood can actually make it and be very successful.
9. Volunteer
There are a plethora of local volunteer organizations that could use your help, which can ultimately lead to empowering your community with new initiatives and developments. 10. Empower yourself. Oftentimes, some individuals constantly think negative and consequently project negativity. In order to empower others, though, it essential to empower yourself with words of encouragement, love and positivity.
