Did you know that giving elevates your health and well-being?
Here are seven ways that giving to others can make a difference in your health:
- In studies, people were asked to give to others or spend on themselves. Members of the group that gave to others were measurably happier.
- You might notice a boost in your mood and feel less stressed when you give.
- Research shows show that givers are happier than those who don’t give by 43 percent.
- Giving time and resources has been shown to lower the risk of dying over a five-year period (compared to those who don’t give).
- People in both rich and poor countries report greater life satisfaction when they give to charity.
- When we give, we get a dose of oxytocin, a feel-good hormone that helps us feel connected and empathetic to others.
- Blood pressure may be lower when you donate. According to a report, donating money to a charity can have similar benefits to healthy diet and exercise.
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