The holiday season is upon us. What a great time to focus on fellowship and the sense of community that comes from being part of a Rotary club.
It is such a gift that our clubs can give us. Through Rotary, we can meet more like-minded people. You can learn new things. You can discuss issues with those who care to take action.
It was once said that “Without food, we would die. Without fellowship, life is not worth living”.
So this holiday season, take a moment to perhaps:
- Give a happy dollar or two at your club meeting and thank your club members for their friendship and fellowship
- Reach out to a member who has not been actively participating in your meetings or other activities and let them know you have missed him or her
- Thank your Club President who is 6 months into the job and let them know you appreciate the fun and fellowship he / she brings to your meetings
- Turn a regular meeting into a holiday social and invite everyone to share a favourite holiday tradition.
There are studies that are emerging - showing that connecting with others is as critical to our health as exercise and good nutrition. So take a few minutes to stop and reflect on the people and the sense of community we get from being in Rotary. I hope this holiday season that you can - “be with those who bring out the best in you, not the stress in you”.
ANNE
