ACCESSWIRE
26 Nov 2020, 08:49 GMT+10
Julita Marshall of Aurora recently discussed the many ways volunteering can improve your life mentally and physically
AURORA, IL / ACCESSWIRE / November 25, 2020 / Most people understand that volunteering has positive effects on the people they're helping. However, few know just how much the act of volunteering is helping them. Philanthropist Julita Marshall of Aurora recently discussed the many mental and physical benefits of volunteering.
'It has been proven that volunteers enjoy just as many positive outcomes from volunteering as those being helped,' Julita Marshall said. 'From improving self-esteem to encouraging superior physical fitness, the benefits are practically endless.'
Julita Marshall explained that volunteering has been proven to improve self-esteem, self-confidence, and overall satisfaction with life. It's easier to see the impact your actions can have on the communities around you when you're out in the field volunteering. Similarly, Julita Marshall of Aurora stated that volunteering can provide a sense of purpose. This can be especially helpful for retirees who may feel less productive or lonely without the usual daily interactions and achievements at work.
'I've met so many lifelong friends and made countless powerful connections through volunteering,' Julita Marshall said. 'These relationships can be especially valuable for those who may be feeling lonely at home.'
Julita Marshall of Aurora explained that the opportunities to make friends and connections, even business connections, while volunteering are infinite. Working with like-minded people toward a common goal tends to create deeper, longer-lasting relationships.
Julita Marshall of Aurora added that volunteering helps individuals stay physically healthy as well. Many volunteer opportunities are physically demanding, such as distributing supplies or repairing homes. However, even the jobs that aren't physically demanding, encourage those who may otherwise be more sedentary at home to get out and move. Research has shown that volunteers have a lower rate of mortality than non-volunteers. They're also less likely to develop heart disease and chronic pain because they're on the move more often.
'Finally, my favorite benefit of volunteering is that it's actually extremely fun,' Julita Marshall said. 'At times, it can be emotionally draining, but at the end of the day, you feel great about what you've done. Being surrounded by helpful, positive people never fails to put me in a good mood and inspire me to come back and volunteer time and time again.'
Julita Marshall of Aurora has been volunteering at her local food pantry for years, and she encourages anyone with available time to pursue a volunteer effort. The mental and physical benefits are always well worth it.
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SOURCE: Julita Marshall
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