From Taking To Giving

I heard a guy talking about being a taker. He said that he couldn’t go from taking to giving because you can’t give anything if you don’t have anything to give. He said that he needed to become a receiver and then he was able to become a giver once he had learned that. He also said that receiving is a gift for the people who are giving to you.

He was the first person I had ever heard talk about a process of change in that way. I hadn’t given it much thought. I’ve noticed that some people who give without being able to receive have a tough time being peaceful. It’s almost as if they’re stressed when they give. Before that guy mentioned his transition I didn’t see the connection with that.

I know for me, when I feel safe it’s easy for me to receive and give. If I’m not being honest with myself and get caught up in some kind of agenda then I can get off balance in how I show up in situations with people. I’m better when my heart is open to caring about others and contributing something that’s useful when I’m involved in my circumstance.

Blessings!
Laura

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