Turns out infecting your coworkers can be a good thing. According to Katherine Carman of Tilberg University in the Netherlands, people seated in cubicles near people who give actually become more generous. "Economic theory says I should want to free ride on other people's contributions," she said. "But in real life, we live in social groups. My research shows that if you give more, I will give more."
Despite the stagnant economy, now is not the time to curtail your giving. Worthwhile charities need your contributions more than ever. Read about why you should give now, and how it will make you feel better too, in today's Christian Science Monitor. And remember, "Generosity begets generosity. Stinginess impoverishes."
If you're giving to causes you care deeply about, spread the word. If you're a tightwad--or have the flu--STAY HOME!
Copyright © 2008 Richard M. Potter. All Rights Reserved.
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