There is a Chinese saying that goes: “If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.”
In the world we live in today, you don’t need to look far to find someone in need. Scientific research provides compelling data to support the anecdotal evidence that giving is a powerful pathway to personal growth and lasting happiness.
However, if we don’t feel that our own cups are full, it may be difficult to share your time, resources, and passions with others and especially as it relates to our personal finances.
Check out this Facebook Live video where I share some thoughts on the power of being selfish and how it can create more fulfillment in life and impact to the world.