Give

The resources you may have to give go way beyond simply money. Think about the things you can share with others to make a difference in their lives: meals, clothes, school supplies, gadgets, appliances, tools, shelter, books. But the resources you could give might also be tapping into the power of the networks you are part of to help them access these connections.

Energy, especially emotional energy, is among one of the most valuable of all things you can give. Giving your full attention and truly seeing and hearing a person can take a lot, but the payoff can be one of the most profound of all the Little Big Things.

How can you use your power and privilege for the betterment of others? Can you be an advocate for someone in a space they might not have access to? Can you create and hold space for others? Can you move something forward that others cannot? Can you stand up for someone who is unable to stand up for themselves?

Time is simultaneously both free and priceless. Hence why giving your time can mean a lot to someone. Among other things: think about reviewing something that someone has produced and giving feedback, meeting someone for coffee to listen to their problems, or volunteering to help someone do something they are struggling with.

Everyone knows at least one thing well - work out what that is and then you’ve got something to give! Think about how you can teach skills, explain how something works, advise about a process you are familiar with, lend expertise for applying for something, or share knowledge of helpful community resources among many other things.