The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Why Giving is a Great Daily Habit
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Dec 3, 2024 Nick Epley, a behavioral science professor at the University of Chicago, joins to discuss the uplifting effects of giving. He shares transformative stories of how donations have improved lives in Kibobo, Rwanda. Epley highlights the deep psychological benefits of generosity, emphasizing that kindness fosters connection and enhances personal happiness. The conversation encourages listeners to adopt giving as a daily habit, underscoring how even small acts can create profound impacts on others and enrich our own lives.
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Kibobo Village Transformation
- Happiness Lab listeners donated enough money via GiveDirectly to lift an entire Rwandan village out of poverty.
- Kibobo residents used the cash transfers for essential needs, investments, and community improvements.
Telesfor's Story
- Telesfor, a Kibobo resident, shared how cash transfers helped him buy land, a cow, and support his family.
- His son bought a motorbike for work, and his daughter returned to school.
Economic Impact
- Cash transfers not only alleviate immediate needs, but also stimulate local economies.
- Families invested in livestock and businesses, significantly increasing their income.