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How does giving away make you feel? For some people, it takes a cataclysm to set off a charitable response, while others
automatically reach into their pockets when they see a homeless person. Guilt, remorse, familiar example and fear of social disapproval are some motives for altruism.But even more important is that giving feels so good! We feel connected when we give.In fact, we may even be hardwired to do it. Some research show that mutual cooperation activates certain centers of the brain which release the mood-lifting neurotransmitter dopamine and leave us with a positive glow. What goas around, comes around..We need to find a way to give that fits into our life : donating blood, helping family and friends, homless and sick....While many believe that their gift of a dollar or even $1,000 means little when compared with the mega amouns, big business donates, it takes many drops of water to fill an ocean. But no matter the amount you can spare, your contribution counts.Together we can make a difference.Here are some of the ideas: www.greatgood.com Up to 15 prercent of each purchase goes to charities such as the March of Dimes www.whatgoesaround.org Find causes closest to your heart www.womanonwaves.org This European charity operates a shipboard gynecologic clinic www.stubhub.com Look for events marked benefit or charity.One of the project provides drinking water to those in need.
Published: April 03, 2007
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