a gift is not a gift when it has strings attached.
from Google: gift <ɡift/> noun
a thing given willingly to someone without payment; a present.
when we give with the expectation of a return, then we have attached strings to that which we have given and it is therefore not a gift at all!
a present with instructions on how the givers expects the givee to use it; could be considered a form of abuse, manipulation, passive-aggression.
so this day and every day, let’s look at how we give, is it truly a gift or an ultimatum?
Namaste
__/|\__ Metta
2016.02.09
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Writing out my thoughts has helped me to gain a new perspective of myself. In sharing these writings, it is my hope to help others to better understand themselves. It is my belief that with each of us who chooses this path of greater understanding of thy self, that it inspires others to do the same. This building momentum is the force that drives me to share, for in my vulnerability, I find my strength. I believe that you can also find yours there.
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So true. To give just for the sake of giving is the greatest gift.
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I give/do things, just for that momentous smile on people’s faces. They would forget it, I would too, but I love that one single moment. Gets me high…I know it is still not altruistic, but I like it that way 🙂
Great thought my friend!
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Oh, I meant more than that! You’re good in my book!
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Ha Ha, thank you Tiff. You are awesome…
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