Many studies have shown that charitable giving provides greater happiness than buying more stuff. Eventually, you get used to your fancy new car, and the enjoyment it provides may fade -- though if you’re spending with purpose, it shouldn’t.
Even if that big purchase thrill does fade, there’s plenty of anecdotal evidence and actual scientific studies to assure us that giving forges feelings of connectedness and community that don’t fade away.
Topics: Optimal Life,, Purpose,, Values, Charitable, Planning
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It Isn’t Over Till It’s Over.
Time’s running out to tick off all those new year resolutions.
If being a hero is still on your list (unchecked), there’s a way to make this happen: start a charitable gift fund.
Topics: Financial life guidance, Purpose,, Values, Charitable
