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Power of Giving Sample
As a sample of this ebook, The Power of Giving, please enjoy the first chapter below.
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5 Ways Giving Is Good For You
As much as we say giving is a pretty selfless act, it does come with its benefits. The benefits are not usually seen by the majority and should not be the reason why we should be generous. Our intentions must remain very pure if we are to enjoy the subtle blessings of having a generous heart. Generosity as we will see does not only help the receiver but it comes with some joy and blessings to the giver too. Let us look at how giving can be good for you.
Giving makes you feel happier
The adage, “There is more joy in giving than in receiving,” is not simply a plot to make us give more. Haven’t you ever felt that warm rush that comes when you give somebody something from the bottom of your heart? Haven’t we all experienced that warm joy when we see somebody appreciate the gift, we have handed them? Extensive research has shown that when we give to others, the pleasure centers in our minds get activated. It also releases oxytocin and other endorphins that make us feel more socially connected and build trust. This has the overall effect of making you feel a kind of high that is associated with giving. It has also been shown that those who have given experience greater and long-lasting joy as compared to the others.
Giving is good for your health
Being generous comes with a host of physical and mental health benefits. As it is usually accompanied by happiness and joy. Giving reduces levels of stress in the body as the toxic hormones like cortisol get overridden by the feel-good endorphins. Cortisol is a hormone that is associated with high-stress levels and results in high blood pressure. This means people who give more tend to have lower blood pressure and generally a positive mind and attitude. They are less prone to suffer from anxiety and depression. Because they generally have a positive view of life, they also tend to take care of their hygiene and bodies very well resulting in an overall healthy body.
It promotes good social life and trust
Kindness and generosity usually spring from an empathetic soul. This means that these people are more connected to their counterparts and thus have stronger ties to society than people who do not give. It is also evident that the more we give, the more we are likely to receive a reciprocal act from those around us. This traffic of giving and sharing is the cord that helps tie and bring people together into a cooperative network. The more we cooperate with others, the more the trust we feel for them. We all know that strong social ties are the supporting network of our mental health.
It boosts self-esteem
Low self-esteem comes during those moments when we feel unworthy and useless. It is a low feeling that is accentuated by feeling lonely and estranged from others. When we give, we get to feel how we are positively making an impact on others’ lives. This means you will not feel useless but get to feel that you matter and you are part of something bigger than yourself. Whether you are giving your money, time, or energy, you will get to feel involved in a change-making process. Feelings of loneliness will also be thrown out of the window as you get to interact socially with others and build ties.
It boosts positivity and gratitude
People who give are not prone to feelings of despair. They know that the world is a better place because there are always people like them who are positively trying to make a change. They are also aware that help will always be given to those who are in need. This makes them positive about the future. They are also very thankful people. They live a life of contentment and take every small thing they have as a blessing.
They do not take anything for granted, be it the gift of life, the friendship, or the moments they enjoy. This also contributes to their daily joy as they get to seize every moment to live and to help.
As we can see, there are multiple ways in which generosity benefits you as a giver. Do not hesitate to lend a hand when the time comes. Remember that everything that you do matters at a grander scale, you are here to make a positive change. Do not give in to despair and selfishness.