I’m a generous person who likes to help people. As of late, people have been taking advantage of that generosity. My husband is ‘worse’ than me. He keeps doing things for free and I keep telling him that it takes his time and he should be paid for his services. I mean, doing a favor once or twice is fine, but before long you get people that come to expect it every time.
Just when do you draw the line? When do you say enough is enough? I know that some people really are grateful and they may not even realize that they are taking advantage of ones generosity, but it has to stop somewhere. Generosity can go just so far. Being generous does not pay the bills or put food on the table, ex my husband’s situation.
He is a computer programmer and webhost administrator. I don’t know of any webhosting company that gives their clients the dedication that he does.
Generosity only goes so far. There comes a time, when you have to reach into that pocket book or learn it yourself. Opinions?
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Wrote: May 30, 2007 at 9:41 pm
Hi from a new Blogger talk member !
I’m pretty generous when my time. For example, I can spend hours on forum giving a hand. I spent quite a lot of time on immigration forums since I’m pretty knowledgeable, having crossed the ocean myself. Anyway, I just hate when I post a nice informative explanation and the author of the blog doesn’t even say thanks or anything. That really gets me mad… I know it’s a small thing, but it’s the basic of communication !
In which situation have people taken advantage of your generosity ?
Wrote: May 31, 2007 at 8:41 am
There is such a thing as “energy exchange” which is a very important concept to recognize. Mutual respect is fostered when there is an even energy exchange.
Shawn does a wonderful job and should be paid for his time and effort.
Wrote: May 31, 2007 at 10:29 am
Thank you Viola! I wish all the people he helps felt like you.
Wrote: May 31, 2007 at 8:09 pm
I think I’m really generous, especially with my time.
But then I tend to get overextended and overwhelmed so I have to pull back, catch my breath and regroup.
Wrote: Jun 6, 2007 at 6:18 pm
Well I know first hand how generous you and Shawn are and definetely people should make sure to not take advantage of Shawn or you in your generosity you deserve to be respected ((HUGS))