Thank you Heena... I was concerned that I shouldn't post something so seemingly contrary to the general outlook of "unconditional giving" expressed by so many. But I know from long and sorry experience that it only breeds all the flaws that you note and my own raging codependency and ultimately jealousy and resentment in others.
The best gift I can do for myself and for others is the old adage "teach them to fish instead of giving them a fish." That's the only way to bring maturity and independence to all. Loved reading your comment; I really did. Gives me hope for the future; hope for myself and for the world. I thought I was the only one!
Have a blessed day...
"The winds of grace blow all the time; all we need do is set our sails."
Please show me The Way.
On Jul 1, 2014 Catherine Todd wrote :
Thank you Heena... I was concerned that I shouldn't post something so seemingly contrary to the general outlook of "unconditional giving" expressed by so many. But I know from long and sorry experience that it only breeds all the flaws that you note and my own raging codependency and ultimately jealousy and resentment in others.
The best gift I can do for myself and for others is the old adage "teach them to fish instead of giving them a fish." That's the only way to bring maturity and independence to all. Loved reading your comment; I really did. Gives me hope for the future; hope for myself and for the world. I thought I was the only one!
Have a blessed day...
"The winds of grace blow all the time; all we need do is set our sails."
Please show me The Way.