Reciprocity Matters: Learning to Steward What God Has Given Me

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  There was a time in my life when I gave freely without much thought about whether that giving was being reciprocated. I showed up for people. I listened. I encouraged. I supported. I poured into friendships and relationships because that was simply who I was. But over time, I began to notice a pattern. I was often the one reaching out. I was often the one checking in. I was often the one giving, encouraging, helping, and investing. While there is nothing wrong with being generous, I eventually realized that constantly pouring without being replenished comes at a cost. Reciprocity matters. Healthy relationships are not about keeping score. They are not transactional. They are built on mutual care, respect, and investment. Both people contribute. Both people make an effort. Both people value the relationship enough to nurture it. When only one person is invested, the relationship becomes unbalanced. For many years, I continued giving even when I received very little in return. Part...

Support Is More Important Than We Think


Many people want support but are not willing to give the same support they seek. 
Think about the Golden Rule "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you"
 Its the same concept with change, "be the change you want  to see in the world" 
it still requires you to do something. Why do people think anything is owed to them when 
they did nothing to earn what they expect to receive. 
I would love to hear your thoughts on this, drop a comment.
If youre not supporting any of your family or friends in any way you can 
how can you say you care about them?

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