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What does it mean?
Acquiring little leads to scarcity; sharing much creates abundance.
In plain terms
Giving leads to greater wealth.
What can you take from it?
Share resources to foster abundance.

Where it applies

  • community building
  • wealth creation

Putting it to work

  • donate regularly
  • practice sharing

Questions to consider

  • How much should you keep for yourself?
  • When does sharing become unsustainable?

Another view

Excessive giving can deplete personal needs.

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