The Third Type of Money: The Necessity of Giving Back.
This includes contributing to society and supporting those around us. In the bestseller "Rich Dad Poor Dad," Robert T. Kiyosaki mentions that his "Rich Dad" firmly believed that wealth requires giving before receiving. Consequently, he established the habit from a young age to donate a portion of his income to society, regardless of how difficult his circumstances were, which ultimately led to increasing prosperity. In contrast, his "Poor Dad" often said that one should donate whenever there is surplus money, yet he lived his entire life without ever having any surplus.
No matter how much we may struggle, there are always those who are less fortunate. Therefore, it is essential to develop the habit of giving back. If you have debts, you might consider donating 2% of your monthly income; for instance, if you earn 20,000 yuan, that would be 400 yuan. If you are debt-free, you could aim for at least 5%, which would be 1,000 yuan for the same income level.
If even that seems difficult, even buying a ten-yuan pack of gum is a kind act. The next time you see people working hard to make a living, approach them with respect and empathy; consider how our small purchases might provide sustenance and happiness for their entire families. When our thoughts circulate in this positive cycle, even a donation of twenty yuan holds as much spiritual merit as the millions donated by figures like Wang Yung-ching or Terry Gou. For business owners, remember that today's success is the result of collective effort from employees; rewarding them is only right. For example, many listed companies allocate a portion of their profits to employee benefits, which is highly commendable. These leaders understand that wealth is cyclical, and eventually, this investment will come back to them.
