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What does it mean?
People find happiness through giving it to others.
In plain terms
You are happiest when you make others happy.
What can you take from it?
Give happiness to get it.

Where it applies

  • self help
  • building relationships
  • seeking purpose

Putting it to work

  • help others
  • practice generosity

Questions to consider

  • What makes life meaningful?
  • How do you define happiness?

Another view

Sometimes giving leads to burnout.

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