Anger, if not restrained, is frequently more hurtful to us than the injury that provokes it.
Seneca The YoungerRead
That which is given with pride and ostentation is rather an ambition than a bounty.
Interpretation
Generosity should come from humility, not the desire for recognition or status.
This quote by Seneca emphasizes that true generosity is characterized by sincerity and humility, rather than a desire for praise or to elevate one's social standing. When one gives to show off or to gain approval, it reflects a sense of ambition rather than genuine kindness, suggesting that the motivation behind the act of giving is as important as the act itself.
In practice
This quote can be shared during a charity event to remind volunteers of the true essence of giving.
Anger, if not restrained, is frequently more hurtful to us than the injury that provokes it.
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