Are We Always Supposed to Give?

I've found that many people feel they must always give to others. A lot of it has to do with programming from childhood. Females especially are taught early to be the givers, nurturers and caretakers. Some people give because of religious reasons or because they were taught it was the right thing to do. Others do it only when they feel guilty about something they did.

To give really is Divine and is very important to do in order to become abundant and prosperous. I believe there is a right way to give though. As a naturally generous type myself, I've learned that giving must be done freely and from the heart, otherwise there can be negative effects energetically.

For example, giving money to someone because you feel pressured to do so always brings undesirable results. The same thing with feeling obligated to give money or an item. It doesn't feel good, in fact, because it doesn't feel good, it places you in a very low vibrational state which creates blocks in the energy flow for you and the other person involved.

The best thing you can do in this situation is to say "no" and perhaps offer suggestions for that person to help him or herself. This gives that person the opportunity to feel and become more empowered and prosperous as he or she learns that they have the ability to attract money or that item also. It also raises your vibrations and keeps your energy flowing.