Sometimes, volunteering can really suck. Perhaps it is the weather, being too cold or too hot. Maybe you’ve got tons of homework to do and simply feel you don’t need any extra distractions. We can always find reasons to put off volunteering: its called rationalization, and as young adults and students we have become experts at it. But how do we remind ourselves why we volunteer? How do we bring back that underlying motivation when we can’t seem to see straight? I struggle with this, and I’m sure many of you do as well. The story above is just one of hundreds of thousands of inspiring individuals in this world striving to make a difference every day. Try something new next time you find yourself questioning why you volunteer: open your eyes and look around. Just like through this video, I’m sure you’ll be surprised at what you see.

Best,

Mike Moore