Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Seth defines art as "the intentional act of using your humanity to create a change in another person" (p. 99). I love that. Seth acknowledges that when we give to others, the law of reciprocity kicks in and they will feel indebted to return our favor. But Seth reminded me that when we give to others with no expectation of anything in return, that posture of unconditional generosity changes us. It creates abundance in our lives and in the lives of those we connect with at work and in our communities. I've known that for a long time, but is always good to be reminded of it. Thanks, Seth.

-- Bret L. Simmons

Bret L. Simmons commenting on Seth Godin's "Linchpin".

What I like here is the creation of abundance in our lives simply by giving without expectation of anything in return.  In other words :

unconditional generosity = abundance

Deep.