Sometimes, it really is better to give than to receive

 I like how I feel when I give something to someone and they appreciate it.  Especially if the random act of kindness is unexpected.  I love to see the reaction they give me when they receive an unexpected gift.  If someone asks me for a favor and I can give, I do.  Why Not?  I can never understand what people get out of withholding a favor.  If you have the power to give - just give.   I have a friend right now who is withholding a favor from me because she cannot get anything from it.    Guess what?  All kinds of things are being withheld from her now, as we speak.   Everyone can see it but her.   Sometimes a smile is all that is needed.  Giving does not have to require a monetary obligation. 

I’m not saying to walk around giving compliments and selflessly doing nice things every minute of the hour.  The only point here is sometimes a gesture or kind word will go a long way to help make someone’s day better.

 

Sigrid