Comments on: Social Good: When Will You Have "Enough Time" To Make A Difference In The World? https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/ Cathy Chester, MS Advocate shares decades of wisdom Tue, 20 Jun 2023 19:01:37 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 By: Carol Cassara https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24722 Fri, 31 Oct 2014 08:52:43 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24722 Even if it's just finding ways to make our little corner of the world a better place, it's a good thing. Can't wait to hear your choices!

]]> By: shifrachester@gmail.com https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24721 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 17:41:12 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24721 Thanks so much, Sheryl!

]]> By: Sheryl https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24720 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 20:56:56 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24720 There are endless choices, and I know for sure that any one or two you choose will be lucky to have you on board!

]]> By: Michelle https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24719 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:33:37 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24719 Thank you for this....

]]> By: Donna Hanton https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24718 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 15:36:41 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24718 Thought-provoking as always, Cathy. I too wish I had more time... I have just finished a long-term volunteer commitment and am taking time to focus on myself a little more. But I miss it.

]]> By: Claudia Schmidt https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24717 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 15:26:29 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24717 Yes, there are SO many good and worthwhile causes. I try to focus on breast cancer and multiple sclerosis because of my personal experiences with both. But some days I wish I was Bill Gates, so that I could contribute to all of the good causes out there!

]]> By: Ruth Curran https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24716 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 14:49:20 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24716 I think you have to find what sings in harmony with who you are and how you see the world and then just go for it. What makes you feel on a deeper level and what helps you serve what you see as your purpose?

As I get ready for Giving Tuesday, I have two nonprofits clearly in focus: one empowering young women to become good decision makers (www.risetoempower.org) and one empowering over looked and under-valued, amazing blues musicians (www.musicmaker.org). Both new causes for me but both sing to the core of me!

]]> By: Emily https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24715 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 14:07:35 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24715 Cathy, I couldn't agree more. How I wish I could donate both my time and money to so many causes! For obvious reasons, I chose Alex's Lemonade Stand this past year and will continue to support that organization, but I also want to continue to support many others, including Autism Speaks, ASPCA, and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (I have 2 friends with kids who were recently diagnosed)...thank you for this reminder that we should continue to spend some of our free time (and $) on helping others.

]]> By: Lisa @ Grandma's Briefs https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24714 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 13:54:54 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24714 There is so darn much need. It's heartbreaking. Fortunately there are many folks with kind hearts such as yours. Every little bit helps.

I used to be a site coordinator for the local children's literacy center. It was hugely rewarding work — which started as volunteer work then moved into a paying position. I quit four years ago, but I just got an email last week from a mother updating me on the continued success of her son, thanks to the tutoring he received from me. So fabulous to hear.

]]> By: Cheryl Nicholl https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24713 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:24:41 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24713 Funny you should bring this up. Just this week I've started volunteer work at the city Food Bank, in their warehouse, stocking shelves and packing boxes. This, and my volunteer work at the LASPCA animal shelter. I agree- there are SO MANY causes I'd like to be involved in. Money- yes. But TIME is so important. Thanks for your continued inspiration Cathy.

]]> By: another jennifer https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24712 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:23:58 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24712 Like you, there are so many causes that tug at my heart as well. I think the best part about being a blogger is that we can learn about those that interest us and share with others. Then, we can choose the causes that move us most and focus on those.

]]> By: Judy Freedman https://anempoweredspirit.com/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24711 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:49:39 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2014/10/28/social-good-will-enough-time-make-difference-world/#comment-24711 Cathy, I've been thinking about volunteering more during my life after 50 and still trying to decide what organization and where I could provide the most good. I'm leaning toward the elderly since I want to help those who need help with caregiving. You've inspired me to up my search efforts.

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