Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Doing For Others Does You Good

Press release from the Chamber of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut:

April 25, 2022

Extra time on your hands? Do some good with it! Share your skills and passions with others through volunteer work. You’ll not only help them; you’ll help yourself, too.

That’s right; volunteering has benefits beyond the good deeds themselves. Research has found that adults who volunteer may live longer than non-volunteers. Now, we’re certainly not saying to give up working out and eating healthy, but finding some time to volunteer could be a great boost for your health.

The happiness effect

Helping others is also known to have a positive effect on your mental health. Making a difference in someone else’s life makes you feel good — it’s human nature! In fact, that positive energy that you get from doing a good deed has a name: It’s called a “helpers’ high.” It’s thanks to endorphins, your body’s feel-good chemicals.

Here are a five more reasons to get out and lend a hand:

It reminds you to appreciate what you have. You feel socially connected You gain a renewed sense of purpose It gives your self-esteem a boost It keeps you sharp

Looking for opportunities to make a difference? Visit 211ct.org to search for places to volunteer in your area.

This press release was produced by the Chamber of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut. The views expressed here are the author’s own.