Big Brothers Big Sisters And Its Impact On My Life

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I greatly underestimated the impact volunteering would have on my life prior to starting with Big Brothers Big Sisters. I would be a different person today without this experience. The lessons and values I have gained from my many encounters are unique to volunteering. For this, I feel the value of volunteering often goes unnoticed.
I have served my community by being involved with various organizations, all different from each other but all equally important. I have volunteered with Big Brothers Big Sisters, Country Manor (a retirement home), the St. Cloud Hospital, and the Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC). My two favorite volunteer experiences have been with Big Brothers Big Sisters and in the pediatric department at HCMC. As I already …show more content…

The transition from elementary school to junior high was extremely stressful for him. Acting as his big brother during that time, I was able to help him address these issues. We met on a weekly basis where we would chat and often play games outside or in the gym. Throughout our time together, I watched his self-confidence increase dramatically. He would tell me about the new friends he was meeting as I encouraged him to step out of his comfort zone. We worked on his football skills, which was something he always wanted to try, but didn’t have the self-confidence to join the team. By the time I graduated, he had joined football and had grown his social skills and increased his self-esteem. With his new found confidence he began to better manage his anxiety as well. To have experienced first-hand how my involvement will have a lasting impact on his life is very gratifying. It is impossible to keep from smiling while reflecting on the entire experience. I hope to someday volunteer again with Big Brothers Big Sisters, as I know that this experience and the many others have helped shape the person I am

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