The need to contribute to something larger than ourselves is hardwired into every human being. It gives meaning to life, feeds your soul and lifts your spirits. It helps you to be grateful for everything you have. It gives you significance.
Contribution stems from growth, another of the essential human needs. If you’re not making progress in your life, of course you won’t feel fulfilled – you’ll be stagnant. You’re only truly living if you’re growing. But what is the end goal of all that growth? We grow so we can eventually give something back. Whether you’re giving back to your loved ones, the community or society, you’ll only find true fulfilment when you start to look outside of your own needs.
