Joyfully Give and Receive
I’ve been blessed with incredible generosity-funds to fix my car, gas money, interest-free loans, help learning something new, and countless acts of kindness, love, and grace.
These gifts have profoundly enriched my life, making it easier, richer, and more abundant.
But I never want anyone to suffer because of me.
I don’t want others to put themselves in financial jeopardy, give out of obligation, or feel resentful or unappreciated.
I don’t want anyone to rearrange their lives at the expense of their sanity or show up for me out of fear or duty.
I want them to give freely, from the heart, when it feels right for them.
And I want to honor and graciously accept their gifts fully and without hesitation.
But I haven’t always done that.
There have been times I’ve turned down help, even when it was exactly what I needed, or accepted it reluctantly, feeling guilty or uncomfortable, worried I couldn’t reciprocate.
I’ve also given out of fear, obligation, or guilt—pushing myself into financial strain or emotional exhaustion.
When I release concerns about how my good comes to me or how others’ good reaches them, and let go of the need to keep score, prove my worth, or act from lack, life feels so much lighter.
By trusting in a generous, loving God/Universe that provides for all of us in ways that honor everyone’s gifts, resources, abilities, and hearts, we can joyfully and unconditionally give and receive.
“There is no greater gift than feeling good in the now moment.”
Sharon
