Why Giving Feels Good?

Why Giving

Feels

Good

<a href="https://storyset.com/people">People illustrations by Storyset</a>

Discuss the questions next slide about charity and volunteering.

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What is the difference between giving to charity and volunteering? 

Why are these actions important?

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Do you think it’s better to give to a close friend or a family member, or to random strangers who are in need?

Explain your answer

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Which do you think feels more rewarding — giving to charity or volunteering? Why?

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Multiple Choice

Choose the correct definitions of the vocabulary words as used in the sentences.

Researchers are trying to discover whether the joy of giving has biological basis in the brain.

• a.genetic variation

• b. evolutionary progress

• c. natural roots

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct definitions of the vocabulary words as uses in the sentences.

There was a huge drop-off in tourism in 2020 due to the pandemic.

• a. a sharp decline or decrease

• b. a big shock or surprise

• c. a noticeable sign or symbol

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct definitions of the vocabulary words as used in the sentences.

After so much corruption, the people of the country have developed a cynical
view towards their politicians

• a. a belief that people are lazy and carelessa. a belief that people are lazy and careless

• b. a belief that people are selfish and dishonest

• c. a belief that people are caring and generous

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct definitions of the vocabulary words as uses in the sentences.

I like doing volunteer work because of the tangible impact it has on others.

• a. an impact that is easily seen, felt, or noticed

• b. an impact that is manipulated or altered

• c. an impact that is only a little bit effective 

PREVIEW ACTIVITY 2

​Discuss the questions about the vocabulary words as used in the sentences on the next slide.

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Every month, I audit my accounts and my spending to make sure that it’s all in line with my financial goals.

What do you think it means to audit your accounts/your spending? 

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Every month, I audit my accounts and my spending to make sure that it’s all in line with my financial goals.

Why is it important to audit your accounts/spending?

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Giving a big tip to a restaurant waitress or waiter is an example of generosity.

• What are some other examples of generosity?

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Giving a big tip to a restaurant waitress or waiter is an example of generosity.

• What do you think generosity means? 

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Volunteering is about doing work for others when you’re not forced to do so.

• What do you think it means to be forced to do something? 

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Volunteering is about doing work for others when you’re not forced to do so.

• Do you think it’s generally a good or bad feeling to be forced to do something?

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POST-VIEWING ACTIVITY 1

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Think about your core values. What kinds of organizations/charities would you want to donate to that align with your core values?

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Do you think that people are more naturally self-centered and selfish, or more generous and selfless? How can people can become more generous?

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QUIZ & REVIEW ACTIVITY

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Questions. Discuss the answers to the questions below about the video.

Who is Michael Norton? Who is Jenny Santi? What do they speak about?

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Questions. Discuss the answers to the questions below about the video.

What can you do to help you feel the impact of your donations?

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Questions. Discuss the answers to the questions below about the video.

Who is Michael Norton? Who is Jenny Santi? What do they speak about?

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Questions. Discuss the answers to the questions below about the video.

Which makes us happier — giving money or giving time? Why? 

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