The HUE- in Human is about recognizing that as humans we co-exist as a community. Hence, our individual success heavily relies on the support we give towards each other. Giving is a humane thing to do, because without giving none of us would have. Someone had to reach out their hand in order for you to feel enriched in some aspects. Giving is not all about money, but it is about love and compassion. Giving your heart to serve others, or giving your kindness to uplift others, or sharing resources to help others have a decent lifestyle. Giving is all about what you make it. Honestly, Giving Tuesday should be everyday!
3 WAYS YOU CAN MAKE GIVING A HABIT
Support Small Businesses
About 20% of small businesses fail in their first year and 50% that make it through the first year fail in their 5th. Large corporations don’t need your money, they already have enough to sustain them through rainy days. On the other hand, small businesses live on what they get. So, supporting small businesses means helping someone with their groceries, bills and necessities. So, this Giving Tuesday, consider supporting the following small businesses.
In addition, you can support Buena Botanicals and SisterSkin. Personally, I choose to support small businesses because they care about your needs. Moreover, their products are carefully curated with love and care. This Giving Tuesday, do yourself a favor and support those who genuinely need your support.
Volunteer!
For whatever reason you choose to volunteer. It is important to note that you are making a difference despite. Volunteering helps those in need access services that they may otherwise not have due to costs.
So, consider offering your time, even if it's a 30 minutes bi-monthly service. It still matters!
In the midst of COVID, be a force for good. Whether you choose to volunteer for admin work at a hospital, or you run a food drive to serve the homeless. It matters.
Our capitalist country doesn’t really take into account the impact that a community can have towards its own growth. So, choose to be a force for good and upliftment.
Urban Yoga Foundation has many ways you can volunteer and help us connect through mindful practices. See about our inter opportunities here.
Here are other simple ways you can volunteer.
Offer a portion of your service for free
If you are a freelancer or run a niche-based small business. Consider offering at least 5% of your services for free to those in most need. While some people don’t really value freebies.
It is helpful in the long-term for your business. This is where the concept of To Give is To Get applies. Offering your services helps to build your rapport and you should always give freebies once and then to your supporters.
Ben Franklin stated that “Doing well by Doing Good”- it always pays back. You are most likely to have folks give freebies turn into your long term supporters. Do good by offering your services.
Consider visiting Entrepreneurs for further reading.
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Remember , there is no humanity without service.
Without service to our community.
Without compassion.
So, give to empower, uplift and elevate the lives of those in need.
Because at the end of the day, our legacy is how we make others feel!
Happy Giving Tuesday. PSA: Giving Tuesday is everyday.
By: Lucas Tshokwe