generosity-part 2

Awhile back I reflected on the fact that I wasn't a very generous person. Somehow, merely acknowledging this "out loud" has helped me to take the next step seemingly without effort.... to become a more generous person.

​One of the items on the list from the link I shared in that post was to spend time with a generous person. And to embrace gratitude.  I read the list and, to be honest, did not set out to do these things. Like I said, it was as if just putting the acknowledgment out there set my mind-- or rather, heart --in motion.  I have found that, through my yoga community, I did in fact surround myself with generous people. People who volunteer to make yogi tea, those who fill the studio and even the space by our front door with plants and also care for them, those who take the garbage out and clean it, some bring delicious & healthy food to share, and much more. 

I have watched and marveled at the ongoing generosity-- and have truly felt enormous gratitude for the time and efforts of each. I have discovered that that feeling of gratitude for those who give of themselves generously has shifted my own attitude towards how I value and spend my time and efforts. This is what makes a community and a life. The return on investment has no measure.

This is the second plant shared with me by one of those generous people in my community. I adore this little aloe and the spider plant which is still thriving my historically black-thumb (--is that the right term?).  Thoughtfulness and generosity because that is just what she does. 

I am so grateful.

​Sat nam!