A Neural Link Between Generosity and Happiness

A neural link between generosity and happiness

Generous behaviour is known to increase happiness, which could thereby motivate generosity. In this study, we use functional magnetic resonance imaging and a public pledge for future generosity to investigate the brain mechanisms that link generous behaviour with increases in happiness. Participants promised to spend money over the next 4 weeks either on others (experimental group) or on themselves (control group). Here, we report that, compared…

Smith family carries on tradition of kindness, generosity

It was an extraordinary coincidence that, less than three years after I had interviewed Arthur Britton Smith, founder of Homestead Land Holdings, I found myself sitting across the table and interviewing two of his grandchildren.

The generosity of Gully Market continues

Upper Ferntree Gully’s beloved Gully Market is once again proving that small communities can make a big impact. This May, the market is proudly dedicating the month to breast cancer awareness with a $3000 donation to the Otis Foundation – a national charity that provides… Read more The post The generosity of Gully Market continues appeared first on Star Mail Community.