Find Your Life Purpose Through Service

10 Ways to Discover Your Life Purpose in Volunteer Work

By Angela Perkey

Sometimes when we are lost in the day-to-day activities of life and work, we forget there is a part of us that wants to serve and make a difference in the world. The turbulent economy is a good time to reassess your life purpose and path. It is also a good time to look for ways to express yourself through service to others. Some people who are out of work are turning toward volunteer work for new skills, friends, and a way to do something worthwhile. Many are also finding a renewed purpose in life. Here are 10 ways that you can discover and live out your unique life purpose.

Angela Perkey is the founder of Students Serve, a national nonprofit that awards service grants to college students. Visit her website at www.changetheworldchangeyourlife.com.