Comments on: benefits of generosity

By: The Collision of Contentment and Generosity « Niko and Trevor's Mom's Blog

The Collision of Contentment and Generosity « Niko and Trevor's Mom's Blog — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 05:06:06 +0000

[...] people live happier, more fulfilled lives. Studies have shown that generous people are generally happier, healthier, and more satisfied with life. [...]

By: The Collision of Contentment and Generosity | Becoming Minimalist

The Collision of Contentment and Generosity | Becoming Minimalist — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:01:47 +0000

[...] people live happier, more fulfilled lives. Studies have shown that generous people are generally happier, healthier, and more satisfied with life. [...]

By: How to Be Generous When You Do Not Feel Like It | Balance In Me

How to Be Generous When You Do Not Feel Like It | Balance In Me — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:15:07 +0000

[...] and they are healthier. I have found a wonderful list of benefits that generosity will give you at Becoming Minimalist.com so head over there to see how much better your life will be if you start giving more to [...]

By: The Everyday Minimalist

The Everyday Minimalist — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:40:35 +0000

It makes you re-evaluate your life and choices.

I find that if I give more (not just stuff or money but also time), I feel better. So it’s really… for me.

By: Surfin’ the Net: Windows7 Edition | Organizing Your Way

Surfin’ the Net: Windows7 Edition | Organizing Your Way — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:16:11 +0000

[...] Benefits of Generosity, becoming [...]

By: Zengirl

Zengirl — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:40:49 +0000

I am still on path to simplify my life, more I am doing it, I feel I have a long way to go and still lot to learn.

But, I do feel more satisfaction in general compared to before. I give certain things more readily than before, as those things do not bring happiness that I thought it did once.

By: Mark

Mark — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:48:39 +0000

I think you’re implying generosity causes happiness, but this isn’t true all the time. I think your message appears muddled when you combine several conclusions about generosity and happiness together, especially in your last argument, where it is muddled because being a generous giver and a selfish hoarder are not mutually exclusive qualities.

By: Erin

Erin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:14:21 +0000

Generosity is a big part of the meaning of life, minimalist or not.

I enjoy your writing and visiting this site. Thanks for doing a great job!

By: Dwayne Phillips

Dwayne Phillips — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:06:59 +0000

Agreed. The less stuff I purchase, the more I can give away. I also learn how to live with less and can help show others how to live with less.

By: Christy Z

Christy Z — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:35:28 +0000

I have found embracing minimalism has made me more giving. When STUFF is not your focus, and people are, then giving is a natural byproduct.