Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Feel Good by Donating to Charity

By Lyn Tribes


It is fulfilling to give back to the society hence charity giving makes you feel good. This practice has been encouraged since childhood, but, unfortunately countable people adhere to it. There are a myriad of charitable organizations all around the globe working tirelessly to create an impact. The feeling that one gets after donating to charity is worth the effort. Donations made to organizations that assist victims caught up in conflicts, poverty and other social related problems, go a long way in changing lives and creating social awareness. Notably, charity donations are not restricted to money only. Usually, people donate food, clothes, blood and computer supplies among other items. Before making a donation to charity, it is advisable to be aware of the details of the organization and its activities so as to ensure that the donation made is worthwhile.

If it's such a good thing, then why so many people don't donate to charity? Well, the first thought of giving away something without the hope of receiving it ever back gives rise to a strange feeling - a feeling of loss. Any sense of loss further gives rise to another strong feeling - fear. When we are uncomfortable with something, we always find out fitting excuses for not doing it. The first negative emotion which prevents people from doing charity is the impulse that "all charities are fraudulent." It is true that some organizations practice fraud in the name of charity, but there are quite some charitable organizations that do a wonderful job. Should we rob these good people of financial help because some are cheating?

The second thought which stops people from doing charity is, "What difference a small sum of money can make?" Well, think once and think clearly - doesn't every fiber contribute to the strength of a rope? If we all think against charity, then how much money this institutions are going to receive? How are they going to continue the good work they are doing? All our pennies combined are going to make thousands of dollars and combined we can make a difference. We must make a habit of countering our fear.

There are many situations when clutter in the home becomes a bother. Items that are not needed around the house can be offered for donations. Surprinsingly, such items have a positive impact to others in need. One gets a satisfactorily feeling when living in a less congested and cluttered home . Having more space in the home plus giving to the needy makes people appreciate that charity giving makes you feel good. Donations are also made in honor of a loved one. This brings a feel good experince to those who have been left behind. It is also common for an education instituion, hospital or any other edifice to be named in honor of a deceased person.

We all love to live in a better world where there is no mean and selfish tendencies, where everybody is good and caring. We want all our near and dear ones, especially our children, to be safe and happy. It's not something strange and unachievable, but, it has a price. The price is to "share and care." Those who yearn to live a happy and prosperous life have to learn to share and care. How can we teach our children to be sensitive to the society around them? We have to first donate to charity, not once but regularly. Real teachings are imparted through demonstration, not by words.




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