The Season of Gift Giving

December is the month of gift giving. An interesting study in Buffalo, New York found that it is in fact true that helping and giving to others may not only be better, but healthier for the giver. This month, we will consider the ways we can give.

Start a list this week of every gift you can remember receiving. Consider these categories of gifts:

• What are the material things you have received as gifts---a new car, clothing, or food?
  
  
• What services have you received as gifts---exceptional medical care, great coaching or therapy, or a massage?
  
  
• What kind gestures have you received as gifts---a phone call, a letter, or a pleasant smile?
  
  
• What surprises have you received as gifts---a raise, a party, or acknowledgement?

This week, each day, add to a list of as many gifts as you can remember receiving. Notice how this makes you feel.

Try this exercise for a week and keep writing your list of gifts. Share what you learn below.

Take good care,

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