Is it really better to give than to receive?
@carlfrancisregala (95)
Philippines
August 31, 2012 7:12am CST
Just a simple thought that popped out my mind this evening while I'm waiting for my girlfriend. I've been hearing from this quote since my childhood and sometimes it really makes me think, is it applicable at all times? Can this be ironic sometime? Sarcastic in any way? Well, ofcourse we would love to give to those who are in need :)
What do you think?
5 responses
Your issues with your girlfriend is just an example. You can always apply my advice in any situation.
Anyway, there is nothing to worry about my bf and I.@carlfrancisregala (95)
• Philippines
3 Sep 12
If there's none, then why is your emoticon like that? hahaha.. Well, it's good to hear you're in good terms with him.
@carlfrancisregala (95)
• Philippines
1 Sep 12
Just so you know, I asked a generic question. It doesn't pertain solely on my girlfriend, though I must say it can be applied :). Anyhow, thank you for a great feedback! I think it's about time that you get the job done in terms of your boyfie ^_^ lol.
@Raine38 (12250)
• United States
31 Aug 12
I think this can also be seen as it is better that you are in the position that is well able to be a giver than the one who needs to receive. It teaches us how to be generous. But of course for every rule, there's always an exception. If we are to give help to those who need, we also have to keep in mind if the help that we will be giving them is something that will indeed benefit them. We might have the most pure of intentions but if this isn't what they really need, then we are doing more harm than good. For example, in giving alms to the homeless. By giving some change to a particular homeless person, we might think that we are doing him some good. When in fact, he will just go and use the money to buy solvent and sniff it. (of course, this is not always the case, just an example for the sake of conversation).
@carlfrancisregala (95)
• Philippines
1 Sep 12
You really have a point. Your opinion is really what I'm talking about. Thank you and have a great day ahead!
@mrsroxas (78)
• Philippines
31 Aug 12
Yes, I believe in that quote simply because if you are able to give that means you are blessed and is fully capable. If you're the one receiving that simply means you are lacking. I don't think this quote is just telling us to give way to others for us to be blessed but the other way around. We give because we have. And just be thankful that you have something to give to others. :)
@carlfrancisregala (95)
• Philippines
1 Sep 12
Yes, I always know everything you said. Thank you for your response! :)
@kongno (431)
• Philippines
3 Sep 12
when the word ''better'' is written on any quote or slogan i notice that many people tend to just agree with it, ''it is better to give than to receive'' seem to be one of the common quote that i often hear and also easily believed it,but now in my opinion giving is no better than receiving it always depend upon the situation of the giver or the receiver,.. ''it is better to give than to receive'' ask of me now, is like saying ''red is better than blue
