The Importance Of Being A Volunteer

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Register to read the introduction… become more conscious of individual personal responsibilities to family, friends, my community, and the environment. Desired changes are to be less self-centered and to be more sensitive of the feelings and needs of others, to be more giving by leading a life that will be of service to others especially those who are more in need than themselves, to be more responsible with my actions and words, be more caring toward the elderly and the sick.

I recognize there are needs, other than my own, that need to be addressed in society. As individuals, we can all provide assistance or make contributions to make it more livable for others who are less

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