"You are a Giver"

From Rochelle: On Woudneh's visit to the US, he told his personal life story a few times. I have heard his story many times and never cease to be amazed at his resilience to overcome challenging trials and the ability to never succumb to bitterness. This one particular night was no different. He was telling his story and I was astounded. He was speaking of the time he was a soldier during the Ethiopian Civil War. He was trying to get home from the northern most area of Ethiopia. He had no food, no water and less than $1 in his pocket. Many other soldiers were forced to beg just to stay alive. He was worried about his dire situation when he heard a voice in his mind that said, "Woudneh, no. You will not beg. You are a giver, not a taker. You will work and you will survive." He knows this was the God's voice speaking to him. It has been his mantra all the rest of his life. It is one of many reasons he is so unique. The key to success is truly being a giver and not a taker. The world would be a much better place if we all adopted this belief. As we share with others we will surely take away more than we give. Put it to the test. It works!