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The Importance of giving back: A reflection on service and gratitude

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Giving back has always been a central part of my life. It’s a value that was instilled in me at a young age, and it continues to guide the work I do today. Whether through volunteerism, teaching, or simply offering my time and talents to others, I’ve learned that service isn’t just about helping—it’s also about growing.


Lessons Learned Early


As a child, I often accompanied a relative to work on school days off or during the summer. I would help the volunteers with tasks like answering phones, folding and stuffing envelopes, and preparing informational materials for programs that supported at-risk groups. Those early experiences taught me the importance of hard work, integrity, and showing up for others. I also had the privilege of meeting some amazing people who left lasting impressions on me.



I've had the privilege of meeting some amazing people who left lasting impressions on me.


What I didn’t realize at the time was how deeply those moments would shape my future. I learned that giving back is not just about charity—it’s about connection, community, and contributing to something greater than yourself.



From Social Work to Service


Years later, as a Social Worker, I carried those values into my professional life. Even though I’ve since transitioned to a career in cosmetology and textured hair care, I’ve come to realize that I’m still a Social Worker—just in a less traditional sense. Through my hands and my words, I continue to serve others, empower them, and help them heal.


Volunteering has remained an essential part of my life. In recent years, I’ve offered my time to schools and beauty programs like Camden High School, Rizzieri Aveda’s School and Salon, PB Cosmetology Education Centre, and Empire Beauty School. Whether I’m teaching students and staff about textured hair, demonstrating proper care and styling, or offering services for special occasions, these experiences bring me immense joy.



The beauty of an open hand

The Beauty of an Open Hand


One of the lessons I share often with my clients is this: if you walk through life with a closed fist, you’ll never be in a position to receive. Giving back requires an open hand and an open heart. It’s about sharing your gifts freely and trusting that what you give will come back to you in unexpected and beautiful ways.


For me, life’s most profound lessons have come from acts of service. Volunteering has introduced me to incredible people, deepened my understanding of others, and allowed me to share my knowledge in ways that truly matter.


Education is always first

Receiving with Grace


For a long time, I struggled with the idea of receiving. I believed I had to downplay my own deservingness, thinking it was selfish to accept gratitude, gifts, or opportunities. But I’ve since learned that it’s okay to receive—gracefully and with gratitude. The good we put out into the world has a way of coming back to us when we allow it.


A Cycle of Goodness


Giving back isn’t a one-way street; it’s a cycle. When we offer our time, energy, or talents to others, we create space for joy, connection, and growth—not just for those we serve but for ourselves as well.


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I’m grateful for every opportunity I’ve had to give back, whether through teaching, volunteering, or simply being present for someone who needs support. Each act of service reinforces my belief that we’re all connected and that the world is better when we approach it with an open hand.


If there’s one takeaway I hope to leave you with, it’s this: keep putting good out into the world, and don’t be afraid to receive the good that comes your way. Giving back is a gift in itself—and so are you.


Coming very soon!
Coming very soon!


Jekia Lynne
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