Monday morning cup of thoughts 12/4/23

Can giving to another really make you happy? It seems the answer is yes.

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Good morning, kind humans! Sending huge appreciation to those who responded to last Friday’s post by donating to Lindsey Pace’s Give a Hand account. While Lindsey is making significant progress toward her goal, she still has a considerable way to go. If you haven’t already, please consider making a small donation ($11 or whatever you can afford). Or, in the alternative, please help by getting the word out. Sharing this post on your social media or with friends is also an excellent way to help! 

A series of studies found that neurons in the portion of the brain associated with a sense of satisfaction start firing when a person chooses to donate money. These results are a fascinating reminder of the intrinsic motivation that many people share to make the world a better place. - Classy Blog

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead