September 17, 2023

Satisfying Time, Money, & Energy Helping Passions

 

Helping is a people-oriented passion.

They use their time, money, and energy for social loyalty.

 

Natural Behaviors

Seeing value in disadvantaged people.

Seeing self-sacrifice as necessary for your character.

Giving with a specific success in mind.

 

Backlash Bewares

Helping disadvantaged people according to the value you see, even if it hurts them.

Expecting others to sacrifice to satisfy your need to help.

Ignoring the situational factors that create barriers to success.

 

Benefit Behaviors

Ask disadvantaged people what they value, then offer the help they want.

Recognize when your sacrifice is harmful to others, especially your loved ones.

Make plans with disadvantaged people that start with small, achievable steps they are able to achieve within their situation.

 

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