1. Posted by Ree C on Sat, May 17, 2008, 6:44 am PDT

Patrick, as always, it is always nice to read your articles.

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2. Posted by olusola.onadokun on Thu, May 22, 2008, 5:50 am PDT

The literature of 12-step recovery programs has a lot to say about work. To paraphrase, the literature states that until we look at our jobs as opportunities to be of service to other people, rather than just a way to make money, we will never be content in our work. Instead, we will continue to face more anxiety as we attempt to hold onto what we have already achieved while craving ever more money to maintain our level of happiness and self-esteem. We have all seen rich, powerful executives who don't seem to get much pleasure from their careers. Since many folks are just trying to pay the bills, a discussion of helping others at work might seem esoteric. But the fact is that most of us work, whether we want to or we have to, and any possibilities for making work more enjoyable and rewarding are worth considering. First of all, what does it mean to be "of service?" This term, as it is applied in 12-step recovery, means helping another person without any expectation of reward or hidden motives. Therefore, being of service at work doesn't mean helping out the boss in hopes of a promotion, or taking care of your assistant to get him or her to work weekends. The kind of help we are talking about here, the kind that provides an incredible payback of self-esteem, is about the pleasure of the act itself.

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3. Posted by DAPfiester Sockburner on Sun, May 25, 2008, 5:28 pm PDT

Excellent. Yes. This is the direction we all need.

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4. Posted by mehdi A on Tue, Jul 01, 2008, 10:23 am PDT

thank you

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5. Posted by psthomas01 on Tue, Jul 01, 2008, 11:18 am PDT

this helped me. thanks.

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6. Posted by psthomas01 on Tue, Jul 01, 2008, 11:19 am PDT

this helped me. thanks.

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7. Posted by starisi@sbcglobal.net on Wed, Jul 02, 2008, 7:48 am PDT

This is a great way to look at any area of our life. Not just our job. This can be used in any area and what it does for me is change my perception. Great tool...been using it for years but thanks for the reminder.

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8. Posted by Albert T on Wed, Jul 02, 2008, 10:33 pm PDT

This is a good one… I am happy I have taken a momentary glance with this inspiring guide…

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9. Posted by tgs on Thu, Jul 03, 2008, 5:05 pm PDT

One of the best advice to give to all working personnel. I took a moment to think of what I have done in my office. Thanks & keep up the Good work. Tay

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10. Posted by banjiadeadepoju on Fri, Jul 04, 2008, 5:40 am PDT

Oh my God! What an attitude changing article. Thank you. T.J

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11. Posted by raju on Sat, Jul 05, 2008, 6:55 am PDT

I use this as a gide to my life. thanks.

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12. Posted by j slammer on Sun, Jul 06, 2008, 6:01 am PDT

this is a great article,with the uncertainty of todays economy and the personal challenges we all face concerning health and well being and yes just trying to pay the bills to keep a roof over our heads,this is an attitude we all should adopt.however not so easy as human beings we are naturally self centered and to keep this attitude we have to give it away.not an easy task,but with spiritual principles such as honesty open mindedness and being willing we can achieve the peace and serenity we all desire by helping others.

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14. Posted by pcalley64 on Mon, Jul 07, 2008, 4:33 pm PDT

thank you Im in sales and this is truly what its all about. We sometimes loss site of the true rewards in life and that we are all in this together. I needed to read this today. Thanks again!

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