Episode 55: Is It Really Better to Give Than to Receive?
We've looked at the story of the Good Samaritan so now it's time to scientifically answer the question: is it better to give than to receive? Psychologists have recently examined the relationship between happiness and charitable giving.
Psychology in Everyday Life: The Psych Files
April 24, 200817m 39s
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Show Notes
We've looked at the story of the Good Samaritan so now it's time to scientifically answer the question: is it better to give than to receive? Psychologists have recently examined the relationship between happiness and charitable giving. Will you be happier if you donate money rather than spend it on yourself?
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