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Paying it Forward... I had an interesting revelation recently when I had an opportunity to offer what I thought was a very small gesture of goodwill to some of my colleagues. I had been blessed with some spontaneous good fortune and instinctually offered to “pay it forward”. It was just a little gift – scholarships to a class for those who couldn’t afford it. I didn’t think it was a big deal, didn’t want any attention over it and was baffled when it spawned such a reaction from others who thought it was a huge and generous gesture. I got emails from a dozen colleagues and even one from the president of the company. All over a few donations of $75 scholarships! The lesson for me was two-fold. First, I heard the mantra “keep giving”. Even in small doses, the meaning often outweighs the gift. Philanthropy is a meaningful part of what makes us human. And because we are all in different places, we can choose our giving paths at each moment. Some people have lots of money and no time. Others have little money and plenty of time. Some souls, like me, ebb and flow between the two. The goal is to seek out giving opportunities, whether time, money, words, gestures... and take advantage of them – both for the good of your own soul and for those we touch. Second, giving is contagious. I didn’t realize it when I publicly offered the scholarships, that the benefit to the group was more than the offer. It was the articulation of the giving spirit – a personification of that vague sense of doing the right thing. People like that. I believe they instinctually need that. Because we are all capable, possibly hungering, to make a difference in the world, this little gesture was not just for this one cause, but it supported the culture of philanthropy. It was one of those examples where the giving had more meaning than the gift. So, keep it up, step it up, seek it out and find your own nuggets to call your legacy. Our simple, sometimes small collective actions will eventually change the world as we know it. With a Giving Soul, Kelly Smith - Founder of Being Jane Thank you to our newest Sponsor - EndoKnow Do You Suffer From Persistent Menstrual Pain? Fill out this form and receive a free personalized Doctor Discussion Guide. This guide is designed to record your symptoms and help you discuss them with your doctor. or Do You Suffer From Chronic Pelvic Pain? Fill out this form and receive a free personalized Doctor Discussion Guide. This guide is designed to record your symptoms and help you discuss them with your doctor. Click on www.BeingJane.com and the EndoKnow button on any page. Jane of the Month: Sisters on the Fly Earlier in this empowering Millenium, Maurrie and sister Becky sat on a drift boat in Montana fly-fishing country. Enjoying the scenery and happily drinking a glass of wine, they celebrated their big catch - an 8-pound Brown Trout. They caught more than a fish that day. The idea of... Book Review from our Featured Author Natasha Kogan The Daring Female’s Guide to Ecstatic Living: 30 Dares for a More Gutsy and Fulfilling Life - a trusted manual for women on their way to becoming true “ Dar ing Females” and living their life in the most passionate and ecstatic way possible! Natasha Kogan dares women to use her book to launch themselves into a more exciting, fulfilling, and gutsy life. The book is made up of 30 fun, practical, and inspiring dares that... Being Jane Boutique: Express yourself with Wacky Women prints, a Being Jane happy feminist shirt, biker shirt, accessories, artwork & novelty items. http://www.beingjane.com/catalog/ Being Jane Forum Great ideas, support and banter! If you haven't tried it, give it a whirl. You'll find wonderful women there! http://beingjane.invisionzone.com/ Your Jane Stories: Tell your own story of Being a Jane, or tell one for someone you know ! Current Articles: Food, Health, Women in the News Events Calendar: Submit your own Events Jane’s Amazon Picks: Books, Music & more - all hand-selected for the Being Jane audience. All easy to browse and purchase through Amazon. http://www.beingjane.com/amazon/