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Most people are generous. Some people are really stingy. Some give when they feel obliged or when they are anticipating a reward. Giving and receiving in the realm of the real world and spiritual world are defined differently.

Spiritually we have an account. We increase it by giving love, understanding and helping others with their lives. Receiving in this case is automatic. What you receive is the blessings that are directly proportional to what you have given. It is your spiritual bank account. When you stray away from what is right such as some transgression on others, you withdraw from that account.

I believe that with most of us this is an easy concept to understand. We live in an abundant universe. There is no lack of anything in this world. The only lack is one that you perceive. What is wonderful is that we can change what we want in our world and we can fill our "account" everyday by just using our words and actions to increase our positive balance.

What holds more attention is the physical giving of money, instruction or time. When one gives to a charity, you would believe it is because they are doing something worthwhile that would bring some positive results for the unfortunate or those encumbered by health or poverty type of circumstances.

It is the intention behind giving and receiving when things go astray. I usually say if you want to give do it because you are feeling that way. If you are giving from your heart, receiving is automatic. If you are giving with the intent to receive a personal reward or benefit, then you are giving for the wrong reason.

One time I was doing some online dating. I talked to a lady who lived in Hawaii. She seemed very nice and respectable. One day we were talking and she mentioned that her son was getting married. I asked her when it was and where it would take place. The wedding was to take place in Mexico. So I thought it would be nice for her to stop by my house. She said that she most likely may not go since she did not have the money to go there.

I know what you are thinking! Okay here comes the rip off. Save your judgments and read the rest of the story. I asked her what would it take to get you down there, she said it would cost about eight hundred dollars round trip. I told her at that point that a mother should be there when her son is getting married. It is one of those events that you should not miss. I offered to pay for her plane fare and actually purchased the tickets for her to go. I did this from the heart.

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