Our first and foremost commitment is to do service in the world. If there is fear in your life, it is because of a lack of commitment.

If there is confusion in your life, it is because of lack of commitment. The very thought, 'I am here in this world to do service', dissolves the "I" and when the "I" dissolves, worries dissolve. Service is not something you do out of convenience or for pleasure.
The ultimate purpose of life is to be of service.

An uncommitted mind is miserable. A committed mind may experience rough weather but will reap the fruits of its toil.

When you make service your sole purpose in life, it eliminates fear and brings focus and purposefulness in your mind, action and long term joy -- and maybe short term problems!

Reach Out Austin is a volunteering initiative based in Austin, TX dedicated to improving the community we live in. Once every month, we work with a non-profit organization and volunteer to help it in any way we can. It is our mission to foster belonging, human values, and happiness within our diverse community through our service efforts.

All over the world, the Art of Living Foundation and its volunteers support many service projects. Many of our educational courses and specialized health programs are also offered as a service, on a no-fee basis. In addition, Art of Living volunteers donate their time and enthusiasm to help their communities - in projects both large and small. Whether it is organizing weekly bingo games at a convalescent home in California, picking up trash and cleaning streets in Gujarat, India, or distributing hundreds of blankets to those in need in South Africa, Art of Living volunteers are dedicated to being of service to others. In service, many volunteers report they find happiness and a new purpose in life.