Many surveys indicate that a large percentage of the workforce do not like their jobs. This is unfortunate.

I’ve learned from experience the value of doing work you love.

Twenty-four years ago, I had a job I detested. It made me ill, depressed and empty-feeling to stay in it. Finally, after five years of steadfast prayer for a better direction, I found the spiritual courage and commitment to enter a career I really wanted. Prospects of financial success were dim, but suffering in the old job had been so great, I lost my fear of a low income.

The switch was one of the wisest decisions I ever made. Yes, my income sunk—for a few years—but my happiness and health increased exponentially. I looked forward to getting up in the morning, and I loved my work.

I’ve also learned that doing what you love can be a selfish enterprise if self-serving and not for the benefit of others. Those intentions will not be blessed. You have to make a positive difference in other people’s lives.

If our motives are unselfish with a desire and ability to genuinely help friends and neighbors, God will bless our efforts. What appears to be a financially impossible proposition can blossom into a very profitable activity.

Do what you love. Love to serve. And the presence of divine Love you feel within and express without will prosper you in your work.