There is some empirical evidence that giving to others improves a person’s happiness:
Dunn, E.W., Aknin, L.B., & Norton, M.I. (2008). Spending money on others promotes happiness. Science, 319, 1687-1688. pdf
There is more information about this research on Elizabeth Dunn’s web page, including what looks to be another article.
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There is some empirical evidence that giving to others improves a person’s happiness:
Dunn, E.W., Aknin, L.B., & Norton, M.I. (2008). Spending money on others promotes happiness. Science, 319, 1687-1688. pdf
There is more information about this research on Elizabeth Dunn’s web page, including what looks to be another article.
Thanks for pointing this person out! I really appreciate it.