GIVING
[beta session]
Giving
This panel on giving explored the its often overlooked and complex nature, emphasizing that it extends beyond financial assistance to include time, personal effort, and emotional support. Participants reflected on the importance of being in a good place personally to give effectively and discussed the intrinsic rewards and connections fostered through the act of giving. They explored how giving is represented in various contexts such as art, media, religion, and politics, noting that in art, it is an expression of emotions, while in media, the portrayal can be complex with potential ulterior motives. Religion was highlighted for its integral role in promoting giving and community, whereas politics was viewed skeptically regarding the authenticity of giving.
Personal experiences shared by the panelists highlighted moments of deep connection and occasional disconnection with the act of giving. These stories underscored the profound impact of even small acts of giving on both the giver and the receiver. The discussion also addressed assumptions about giving, challenging the notion that one needs substantial resources to contribute meaningfully. In concluding, the participants acknowledged how the conversation expanded or reinforced their understanding of giving, underscoring its significance in human interactions and personal growth.
What Participants Had to Say
“Wow, I thought I was committed to giving. Now, I am recommitting to being a better giver.”
“Before our session, I felt overwhelmed about giving. This conversation reminded me that giving looks different for each person and even small gestures are important”
“It is my role, in my profession, to think BIG, out of the box and to bring people together in order to be successful. This technology can put our words, ideas, thoughts, feelings into a picture or framework that could help bring people together during open forums, community engagement sessions or even public/private meetings.”
“Before this conversation about giving, I felt knowledgeable about giving. And now I think that giving is really a fluid and dynamic, personal journey. And it will be different for each of us.”
Each session has its own special and distinct artistic representation of the conversation, but the pictures below showcase some of the standout moments from each session.
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11-28-23
Our discussion was beautifully paired with generative art, which captured the many layers and nuances of the conversations we had about giving. Each image explores the shared understanding and curiosities among the panelists.
