Don't be impressed by money, followers, degrees and titles. Be impressed by humility, integrity, generosity and kindness.

Too much of generosity can make you look so stupid to people did you accept that ?

Generosity is what u need not a procrastination.

LOVE AT CHRISTMAS

Christmas, the season we all anticipate with great happiness, the season that makes some excited and sometimes gives some butterflies in their bellies.
Defining Christmas, I'll say Christmas is the period in which the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ takes place. Jesus Christ is the son of God and was born to save us from our sons. His birth was indeed a marvelous tough one, tough because circumstances surrounded him. He was born by a virgin named Mary in Bethlehem and was visited by wise men who offered him luxury gift.The Christmas story is a story of love Hope, and compassion. Christ loved us so much and so deemed it fit for a savior to be born to save us from our sins and that's why we celebrate this special day.
Well, according to sources, no one knows the birth date of the son of God, it was Christians who selected December 25th to be celebrating his birth and it has now been a culture to celebrate God's son on that date. The season of Christmas however involves many activities of which include: decorating Christmas trees, exchanging gifts, feasting and the Santa culture. While these are secular traditions, the season also symbolizes decorated and lighted Christmas trees which represent eternal life, lights and candles which symbolizes hope and triumph of light over darkness. This period also characterizes some vanity, feasting and so for me, Christmas is a time for family and friends to come together. The season is all about togetherness. It encourages acts of kindness and generosity to the less fortunate.
Christ's life on earth was an exemplary one. While we jubilate this period, let's not feast and forget that Christmas all about Christ not the vanity but realizing the life of Christ and living like him since we celebrate him.

Nevertheless, the season of Christmas brings joy and light to many. Let's celebrate and keep in mind that Christ is the reason for Christmas.

- Anie Biet

Merry Christmas y'all

Growing in character virtues like compassion, forgiveness, humility, honesty, generosity and treating others with kindness

Finding meaning, purpose and peace through prayer, worship, and a relationship with God

Having an eternal perspective that looks beyond just material concerns to spiritual growth and heavenly rewards

The transformative power of God's grace to help overcome struggles and become more Christ-like in character

These aspects can provide profound benefits for a person's spiritual life, relationships, moral development and sense of meaning. At the same time, I aim to discuss religion thoughtfully while respecting that people may have different beliefs and faith journeys. Would you like to explore any particular aspect of Christian faith and practice in more depth?

Seven(7)Elements that make up trust:
*Boundaries
*Reliability
*Accountability
*Vault
*Integrity
*Non-Judgment
*Generosity.

10. Santa Claus is based on Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century Greek bishop known for his generosity and love for children.



Which fact surprised you the most?

A life worth emulating is one guided by principles of integrity, compassion, and purpose.

It is a life that seeks to inspire others through the pursuit of excellence, unwavering dedication to positive values, and a commitment to uplifting humanity.

Such a life reflects resilience in the face of adversity, humility in success, and generosity in sharing knowledge and resources.

Living a life worth emulating is not about achieving perfection but striving to make a meaningful impact, fostering relationships built on trust and respect, and leaving a legacy that encourages others to dream bigger, act selflessly, and live authentically.

It is a journey marked by growth, contribution, and the courage to align actions with values.

A Unique Experience:

It was a cold and windy night. My friend and I had met after a long time, and were chatting for hours. We did not notice the time passing by, and soon it was close to ten in the night. We decided to take an auto rickshaw to go to our house.

It started raining, and we hurried to get into an auto rickshaw and reach our place. None of the auto rickshaws stopped for us, except one.

The driver asked us where we wanted to go and we told the place. Without saying anything about the fare, he said, "Please get in!" We thanked him and got in.

Since it was very cold, I asked the driver to stop at any small restaurant or a tea shop. We wanted to have a cup of hot tea. The driver stopped near a small restaurant.

We ordered tea, and asked the driver to join us and have a cup of tea. The driver refused. I insisted, but he refused again politely.

My friend asked, "Will you not take tea from this shop or what?"

The driver replied, "No Sir, I don't feel like having tea now."

I asked again, "But, why? A cup of tea will do no harm."

Smiling, the driver replied, "Thank you sir, but I'm sorry."

My friend asked, "Are you against eating or drinking outside?"

The driver said, "No!"

I was really surprised at his behavior and asked my friend not to compel him.

In 15 minutes, we reached our house. We paid the fare and the driver thanked us.

On an impulse, I stopped him, as I really wanted to ask him why he refused to drink tea with us at the restaurant.

He thought for a moment and replied, "Sir, my son passed away this noon in an accident. I don't have enough money for his funeral. So I took a vow not to drink even water, until I earn enough money for my son's funeral. That's why I didn't drink tea when you offered. Please don't misunderstand."

We both were shattered and offered him more money for his son's funeral.

He politely refused, "Thank you for your generosity sir. In one or two hours, if I get one or two more customers, I will earn the money I need." And he left the place.

We were amazed at his strength of character and integrity.

Don't desire to walk when you have wings to fly:

Once upon a time, there lived a generous and kind-hearted king. He was fond of birds and animals, and had a huge bird sanctuary in his kingdom. He disliked harming the animals and birds. He did not kill them even for meat.

In appreciation of his generosity and kindness towards birds, the king was gifted two beautiful falcons by a businessman. Those two falcons were used to different climatic conditions. The king thanked the businessman and ordered the Head bird trainer to provide all the facilities to those beautiful falcons and make them feel comfortable in their country. The Head trainer took care of the birds. Gradually, the birds got adapted to the country's climate.

One day, the king wanted to see the falcons fly as he had heard that one of those falcons could fly to great heights at very high speed. The bird trainer let the falcon out of the enclosure. It flew very high, very quickly, and came down to the enclosure within minutes.

The king was quite surprised, and rewarded the bird trainer with a handful of gold coins. He enquired about the other falcon. The bird trainer stated with regret that the other falcon had not moved even a step from day one and had just sat on the branch. The trainer also added that he had tried everything he could but still failed to make the bird move.

The king consoled him and told him that he would bring someone more experienced than him to try to train the other falcon.

Soon, the king announced that he needed someone to make the falcon move and fly.

Hearing this announcement, an old man reached the King's palace and assured him that he would make the bird fly like the other one.

The king asked the head trainer to take the old man to the sanctuary to train the falcon. He said that he would visit them the next day to see if there was any change.

The next day, the king was very surprised to see the other falcon fly like the first one to great heights in rapid speed. The king was very happy and gifted the old man a handful of gold coins.

Then the king asked the old man what he had done to make the bird fly in a day. The old man simply replied, "I just cut down the branch of the tree where the falcon used to sit."

Many of us are like this. We have wings to fly; we know how to fly, and where to fly. Still we sit doing nothing or doing something that makes us inferior to others.

Don't sit still when you have wings to fly!