~*Selflessness*~

"The quickest way to happiness is learning to be selfless. Ask more questions, talk about yourself less" -Macklemoore.

These words have left a resonance in my heart like no other. It's time to give back. For so long I have lived a blessed life. Frolicking from country to country, meeting the most incredible humans an soaking up magical indulgences. Up until this point, I am 27 years old and I feel like I have lived a life for me....perhaps even selfishly. *gasp* Embracing opportunity, love and chance. Investing in myself, courses, certifications and skills. Learning what I want, travelling where I want and following my dreams around the world.

But lately I've felt a bit empty, perhaps lacking in purpose. For years I have been curious about aid work- but have never really followed up on it. Now is the moment. I want to give back, to be a living example of gratitude for the very blessed life I have lead.
I offer myself in service. This could be simple acts, or grand gestures- that is not the point. The point is to serve- acts of selflessness.

The Challenge;
For 10 days- Once a day, I will go significantly out of my way to serve someone. For no reason other than giving back. It could be a stranger, it could be a close friend, it could be anonymous. We will see how it unfolds.

Purpose:
Find inspiration. Find Magic in simple moments. To connect with other human spirits. To inspire selflessness. To enact gratitude at its core level. To connect with purpose.

Day 1

Today I wrote this letter, enclosed and $50 bill and put it in an envelope. I then gave it to a stranger. I tried to do it anonymously (through a third party). The moments after I handed over the envelope, I felt a jolt- a rush of energy. Maybe a direct reflection of the simple joy I may have instigated.
Giving money away- It's not that I am rich (in fact I am in saving mode and scrimping on a lot of purchases) and it's not like $50 is a crazy sum of money- but I hope it is more the thought and the gesture that touches this persons heart. 

What are your thoughts? Please leave a comment below or e-mail me. aya.love.life@gmail.com
Of if you have an idea for an act of selflessness- I would love some inspiration. I hope through my actions I am able to inspire, even just 1 person, to spread joy through simple acts of kindness.