THREE TIPS FOR DOING GOOD AND FEELING GOOD
INTENTION MATTERS A “helper’s high” is strongest when the cause aligns with your values. While it doesn’t matter what kind of giving you do, the intention behind it does. Find a cause close to your heart, or even someone you know personally who’s in need, and choose to give them your time, money, or energy. Those who give because they want to, rather than because they are told to, report being happier.
MAKE MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS
Social connections made through giving increase longevity, boost your immune system, help you recover from disease, and more. Feelings of connection and community are also linked to wanting to give more. Be open-minded to new connections and over time, you can build strong relationships and a sense of community.
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LOW-COST HAPPINESS You don’t have to make big donations of time or money to reap the health benefits of giving. Start small. Volunteer a few hours a month. Or skip your latte and make a small monthly donation to your favourite charity. A University of British Columbia study found that those who gave even $5 to others, rather than keeping it for themselves, felt happier. So even a small amount can help and make you feel good.
Breakthroughs [ Spring 2026 ]
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