29-Day Giving Challenge

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The 29-Day Giving Challenge originated as an African ritual, I suspect created for the Western world. Many of us have little concept of scarcity as known in many African countries. However, even when we have so much, we can still live in the scarcity of not having enough or being enough. This message is received in the Western world on a daily basis.

Giving of any kind... taking an action... begins the process of change, and moves us to remember that we are part of a much greater universe.

Try this: What if you were to give away something that you felt you could never part with? I would love to hear about that experience. It is the first teaching in non attachment.

I hope you'll sign up to join us and enjoy your giving ritual.

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Welcome! Your story reminds me of a breakup I had many years ago. After he left, I stared at my bookcase, about half-empty. It was lonely without all his books. But something in me decided I needed to clear the whole thing out. So I have all my b...
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What wonderful gives. Love the spirit and beauty of the flowers.
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Deborah Hays added a blog post
My give for today was to donate to Lubabat's holiday gift project. I have been away from this site for a few days and came back this morning to see the wonderful work that Lubabat is doing for the children. I signed on right away. I have also been...
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Allie Andersen mailing out gifts for day one and two today!
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thanks harriet and cassandra, it seems easy enough, i'll let you know if i have any problems at the PO!
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I agree with Jane; this is a very difficult gift to give. I think the power of silence is much overlooked in our culture. We often work so hard to fill the spaces between words and arguments, having little patience for letting our situations unfol...
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Today was a great day. Feeling better and better health wise- the medication to eliminate the sinus infection is working. Or maybe writing down and reading about all the gift-giving posts has a lot to do with it! Taught a class this morning. Did ...
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I have not posted a blog here since Nov. 3rd.... which was day 9 - I believe. I totally do not want to be a "fall off" person here. Just for myself, really, I want to stay mindful and committed here to this website here, till day 29. I may not be ...
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Thank you for opening my eye to the make a child smile web site. You inspire me!!! I know you will make your goal. Best wishes and thoughts to you.
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I love this -- this is very difficult too. I sometimes try to not say anything negative all day. Sadly, I have never made it. My son is verbal but does not hear. However he listens more than most people. Has Danson learne sign? It is a beautiful l...
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I am so glad everyone is safe. I work with a boy that has seizures. Recently he found out his mom and dad are getting a divorce. He is very emotional and his seizures have really increased. We are trying to give him some extra hugs and praise. It ...
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Very Cool. How much fun!!
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That is so funny about your cat! Very cool!
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My day was winding to a close without having given a conscious gift. My son and I had played at the park and met up with my husband for an early dinner at our favorite Thai restaurant. At home, in my mailbox, I found a gift of ten perfume samples ...
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Thanks for all the support, I'm so glad to be a part of something good!
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Sheri My husband is gone for a week and I am missing him. Maybe giving will help me feel less lonely
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Loved your blog! It actually has inspired me to start giving again....conciously, anyway. Thanks :)
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Seems you had a wonderfull day !
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