Is there really such a thing as over-giving?

Are you overextending yourself to the point of exhaustion, burnout, and resentment?

We believe that your reason behind giving might play a huge role in your capacity of giving.

Some of us grew up in religious settings that really encouraged giving, or with parents who set a wonderful example, or we became adults who give from a place of gratitude and kindness.

But is there such a thing as doing too much?

Signs that you are over giving

Generosity is a beautiful way to give gratitude to the universe or your creator but when you start to feel these things, there’s a slight problem:

• When giving feels like an obligation, like a chore that you must tick off.
• When you start feeling some sort of resentment or emotional exhaustion from acts of generosity.
• When you say yes to things you desperately want to say no to.
• When you give at the expense of your well-being.

Balancing giving and your wellness

Giving is really important for most of us but you can’t pour from an empty cup, right?

• Learn to set boundaries by saying no when you don’t want to.
• Show yourself kindness when you feel guilty for setting boundaries, and remind yourself that it’s okay to put yourself first.
• Go inwards by practicing self-gratitude, start to celebrate your accomplishments too.

Give by all means but give with intention.