Seeing generous individuals exploited by the dubs and seeing abuse in the workplace, I am rather hesitant with my generosity. I know people will say how good it makes them feel, etc. This is not to say I would never help anybody. Maybe it would be better to say what I wouldn't do:
I won't get involved if there is a danger to me (I'm a woman so maybe a man feels differently);
I won't help a pompous ass. In fact I would run from such a person.
I won't get involved if there is commercial interest at the bottom of it.
In every other instance it would have to be judged on a case by case basis.
Are you generous?
by JH 24 Replies latest jw friends
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LongHairGal
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blondie
I'm generous with money when that is the need.
Otherwise, I find knowledge and information a more permanent gift.
I have mentored/tutored/acted as advocate for about 200 people over the years. I always got back more than I gave.
Blondie
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RichieRich
Me and My dad regularyly give to http://www.h4hungry.org/
and we got to help a little kid with an Auto Immine diesease thorugh this org : http://www.huntofalifetime.org/
And of course we donate to our conservation groups (NWTF, etc.)
But I'm the kid whos always got a few bucks for the kid who forgot his lunch money. I bought lunch for all my friends on my girlfriend's birthday.
I volunteered for a program at school to help freshman make the transition into high school. I think it's good to give.
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minimus
I'm too generous at times. I like giving. I hate being taken advantage of.
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ozziepost
the right answers, eh Min?