The greatest cure for lack is giving. It is not the logical answer, but giving is the key that unlocks any closed door. It is a lesson that I've learned and relearned a million times before, but a nice refresher course seems in order.
In addition to being extremely helpful to the receiver, the saying “it’s a blessing to be a blessing,” is the most amazing truth. The actual act of giving heals and renews something inside the giver, especially when it is done in a spirit of humble gratitude.
Give of yourself, and it doesn’t have to be money. Give time, clothes, energy, your heart, these things are usually more valuable to the receiver anyway.
When it seems as if there is nothing at all to be thankful for. When the landscape around you only seems to be made up of loss and sadness, whisper thank you. And don’t stop saying it until you feel the gratitude well up inside you and overflow into the lives of everyone around you.
Remember: Anyone can be grateful when they have what they want. True faith is saying thank you when you don’t have much at all.
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