Figmentations

Having just seen the PBS Special featuring Suze Orman and her new “Women & Money” book, I thought it would be appropriate here to re-iterate her recommendations regarding volunteering.

Since women tend to be nurturers and think of others before themselves, Suze points out the need for balance, to think of others and ourselves. While generosity is only one of her “eight qualities of a wealthy women” (the other seven are: harmony, balance, courage, happiness, cleanliness, beauty and wisdom), the key is proportion. A great summary of her PBS program and in particulat her point about generosity can be found in the “Escape Brooklyn” blog:

“Generosity - This is too easy for women. True generosity is when it is a gift to the person and to yourself. You must be empowered by what you are doing; you are given what you have been giving. She’s not against volunteering, but it must be in proportion to what you are giving to yourself as well.”

And I would add that I think this can apply to anyone who is generous at heart….including men.