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What does it mean?
True generosity comes from a place of abundance rather than scarcity.
In plain terms
You give freely only when you feel you have enough.
What can you take from it?
Sharing requires feeling full and secure.

Where it applies

  • philanthropy
  • personal growth
  • relationships

Putting it to work

  • cultivate inner abundance
  • give with gratitude

Questions to consider

  • Do you give when you feel full or empty?
  • What does abundance mean to you?

Another view

Sometimes people give generously despite feeling poor.

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