A sensible start to volunteering is to opt for a fixed project with an end date, such as managing a stall for a charity bazaar. Photos: 123rf
Giving without expecting anything in return is a noble practice that purifies the mind and benefits others, said Buddha. It’s a philosophy that is echoed universally and one that most of us embrace at some point in our lives.
Volunteering helps us connect, make a difference for the better and leads to a sense of happiness or fulfilment. Most of us volunteered when we were young, helping with charity walks or bazaars. But is volunteering an activity for older folks?
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