Generosity allows you to see things in another perspective, to be more empathetic, to cherish things that you have, and most importantly the very reason that affirms your own self-worth and value.
Generosity is not measured by the amount one give, if one gives more, it does not necessarily mean that he/she is more generous than you. Generosity can be from the richest to the poorest. Anyone and everyone have the potential for being generous. Generosity is not a competition, for self-glory, or for the sole purpose to get something out of it. These types of generosity practiced are not sustainable. Giving on such purposes will eventually make giving a burden to you, leading to anger, resentment and even victimhood.
Generosity is not only about your actions but also your attitude.
Anyone and everyone can give, however, how many are truly sincere, where their intentions/thoughts are in line with their actions.
Are you genuinely generous?
Do not let the “bad” side of generosity keep you away from giving, but in return let it be something that each of us recognise while giving.
3 ways for genuine Generosity
Recognise that “You have a gift”
Everyone is capable of giving; do not compare yourself to others when you give. Maybe your gift is not as fully developed yet, and it is on its way to be fully developed. Do not worry about not giving enough. When generosity comes from the heart, from within, genuine generosity is already in you.
Recognise that “You have to use that gift”
We may neglect our gifts and think that we have more important things in our life rather than giving. However, giving does not necessarily mean that we have to do great things, like committing yourself to volunteering, or donating to a specific charity organisation, or reaching out to those living in poverty. Using our gifts can be simply giving our full attention to another in a conversation, or to forgive someone who has took their anger out on you, or solely adding a “please” or “thank you” in your daily conversation. Genuine generosity can be absolutely small.
Recognise that “Your gift is not about you”
When we start practicing acts of generosity, keep in mind that what we give is for the sake and good of others. Appreciate the capacity to give and rather do not expect anything in return when giving. Practise unconditional giving, the other at the receiving end, may not accept, appreciate or even resent you for your generosity. Know that you have given without any bad intentions. Try to see it the perspective of the receiver, empathise and not sympathise their situation. Also, do not start blaming yourself or judge yourself for giving in a wrong manner. It is never about you but the other.
Genuine generosity sparks from within, we have that strength.
Genuine generosity is fair, small or big actions count as well
Genuine generosity is about serving others, OTHERS become more important than you.
ONCE genuine GENEROSITY is in you, giving becomes such a joy and you will ultimately reap unexpected rewards beneficially to your life!
"Having the simplest generosity, create Legends"
