The Magnificent Power of Giving

Have you heard of the popular saying "It's better to give than to receive." But do you actually know what power lies within this magnanimous act known as "giving"?

You release a powerful force that will trigger your good deed to "bounce" back to you in amazing, and sometimes unusual ways when you give something from your heart without expecting anything in return.

You are doing yourself a big favor by helping someone in need. And I firmly believe that whatever you impart to others will come back to you a hundred fold.

You are inviting good vibrations to come into your life by doing even the smallest acts of generosity.

You know that you will always have a loyal group of friends who would help, protect, and do anything for you just because they feel that they have to repay you in any way they can.

You would be earning the respect and love of your recipients as most people would have the urge or drive to reciprocate any act of kindness you've shown them.

However, this does not mean that you must expect them to repay you. Don't do it just because you have an ulterior motive. Give without any expectation of rewards.

Give unconditionally. Give because you are happy doing it and the universe will get back to you in its own special way.

Speaking of happiness, the act of giving can summon the spirit of joy to come into your heart.

How would you feel when you've given something to your less fortunate neighbors? Hearing them express their most heartfelt gratitude and seeing their smiles extend from ear to ear, could brighten up my day more than anything else.

When giving becomes a healthy habit, it could prolong your life by instilling within you an inner sense of peace and accomplishment.

However, giving has its limitations, just like all things in life. Being too generous can have its toll.

Your kindness might be taken advantage of and people might abuse your good intentions. Beware of individuals who are continuously seeking your aid.

As one saying goes ...

"Give them some fish and you'll feed them for a day. Teach them how to fish and you'll feed them for a lifetime."

Lastly, here's what I consider the most important rule about giving. Always keep your good deeds to yourself.

Even if you have donated $100,000 to your favorite charity, helped save a child from a life-threatening disease, don't announce to the whole world.

Some people would write "anonymous" rather than their own names when they've made a contribution. So, if you really desire to give, do it secretly and in private.

You'll be rewarded in due time and the universe smiles upon you.

Now that you know how wonderful it is to give, would you go out to share your blessings with the world?

The Magnificent Power of Giving