Want to give back and get something in return? Volunteer!

In this episode of Girlish Gurus Joy and Susan discuss how volunteering allows you to give of your time to a cause that matters to you, and get something in return, too. While we all know that volunteering provides needed resources to non-profits and good causes, it can also benefit you in more ways than you might think! In this episode, we cover several key topics including: How volunteering benefits organizations and communities. The benefit and value of volunteering to YOU! Where and how to look for ways to volunteer. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Article from HelpGuide.org: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-living/volunteering-and-its-surprising-benefits.htm Mayo Clinic post: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/3-health-benefits-of-volunteering Article from Greater Good Science Center Magazine at UC Berkeley: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_volunteering_can_help_your_mental_health Check out a non-profit at Guidestar: https://www.guidestar.org/ If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also watch and listen on our YouTube channel at Girlish Gurus. You’ll find us on social media or our website at:   @girlishgurus – Instagram @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook @joyalfordbrand – Instagram www.girlishgurus.com     @helpguideorg @mayoclinichealthsystem @greatergoodmag     #volunteer #volunteering #nonprofit #community #giveback #donate #socialgood #makeadifference #helpingothers   #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging #reframingaging #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #midlifewomen