Today I was thinking about the true meaning of giving and I realized that this word goes much deeper than simply giving money or financial assistance to someone in need that giving is not just something we do to feel good but its a true feeling that changes the life of the person receiving the gift as well as the life of the one giving it I believe that giving is like a light that illuminates the path of others while simultaneously reflecting its light back at you.
Many people think that giving means only money but the truth is it can take many forms Today I saw someone spending their time tutoring children who cant afford private lessons and this was a wonderful example of how giving can be your time and effort not necessarily money so consoling someone whos upset listening to someone whos struggling or even smiling at someone whos sad are all forms of giving that can completely change someones life.
The best kind of giving is that which comes without expecting anything in return and the joy of true giving is revealed when you help someone without expecting thanks or reward I believe that the person who knows how to give without feeling they should receive anything in return is the one who feels truly happy Today I was watching a video of a man buying food for the needy on the street and it was so wonderful that he didnt ask for anything from them except for them to pray for him The idea here is that when you give from your heart the goodness comes back to you in one way or another even if not in the way you expected.
Life is full of opportunities to give and I believe each of us has the opportunity every day to be a source of happiness for someone else and for example today while walking down the street so I saw a young man stop his car to help an elderly man cross the road and that simple act was enough to make me feel that there is still good in the world Also encouraging someone who has lost hope or offering advice to someone who needs a kind word is a type of giving that has a profound impact.
