Greg Sarangoulis discusses reasons why giving back is good for your physical health as well as your conscience.

1. 6 REASONS
GIVING BACK IS
GOOD FOR
YOUR
HEALTH
BY GREG SARANGOULIS

2. In a 2006 study, those who gave social support to others had
lower blood pressure and better heart health than those who
did not.
REASON 1. LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

3. That same study showed that charitable individuals had
higher self­esteem and overall better image of themselves.
REASON 2. HIGHER SELF-ESTEEM

4. Being a member of a charitable organization or provides an
opportunity to be a part of community and increases feelings
of worthiness.
REASON 3. relieve depression

5. Volunteering is a great way to remain active and is
scientifically proven to decrease levels of stress
REASON 4. reduced stress

6. Research shows that elderly people who are philanthropic
have a longer life expectancy, accounting for all outside
factors, than those who are not.
REASON 5. live longer

7. Giving releases endorphins, creating what is known as the
“helper’s high.”
REASON 6. happiness

8. • http://health.clevelandclinic.org/2014/12/why­giving­is­
good­for­your­health/
for more information
• www.gregsarangoulis.org