Lives that Matter Program

Description: It is my belief that deep down (as I am sure it is yours) we all want to live lives of significance. We want our lives to mean something, to know that it has all been worth while and that we have made a difference to the lives of people around us.

Until now the process of living a life of significance has often been one of frustration and disappointment. Like me you may know people who had big dreams which failed to be realized. I find this a great tragedy and what excites me now is that this does not have to be the case for you.

You have the ability within you to create your own story and embark on a journey of living a life of significance. Of course, your journey will be very different from mine. What you end up doing or creating will be in line with your experience, and the skills that you have. But what is important is that you choose to live a life that matters.

Highlights: So what does the Lives that Matter Program

- Chapter one is called 'The power of a dream' and focuses on helping you develop your life's purpose.
- Chapter two is titled 'Learning from our heroes' and shows the importance of learning from those who have gone before us.
- Chapter three gets personal and is headed up 'It starts with you - your life matters!' The course looks at where you are now and where you want to be.
- Chapter four focuses on 'Converting your dreams into action' and gets you started on the journey of living a life that matters.
- Chapter five is purposely titled 'Just do it!' and helps you to get movement on your life plan.
- Chapter six is called 'Beating self doubt'. This is one of the biggest barriers to success.
- Chapter seven explores the topic of 'Using leverage', using other people's experience and resources to help you develop your dream.
- Chapter eight focuses on 'Achieving excellence', which helps you to incorporate a quality mindset in life.
- Chapter nine is titled 'Going the distance', outlining the principles required to make a difference in the long term.
- Chapter ten is called 'Leaving a legacy' and helps you to complete your plan of leaving the world a better place than when you entered it.

Cost in US$: See Website

Experience Required: no

Application Process Involves:

• Other

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Global Volunteer Network's Mission Statement: The Global Volunteer Network (GVN) is a private, Non Government Organization (NGO) based in Wellington, New Zealand. Our incorporation number is WN/1194442. Our vision is to support the work of local community organizations in developing countries through the placement of international volunteers. We believe that local communities are in the best position to determine their needs, and we provide volunteers to help them achieve their goals.

Year Founded: 2000