This week on the Open Door Podcast, we’re diving into the second point of the Christmas Compass: Giving. Host Bill shares personal insights, inspiring stories, and practical wisdom on how being a giver can transform your relationships and lead to a life of greater joy and fulfillment. Tune in to explore:

• The difference between givers and takers in relationships.

• Why setting boundaries is essential for givers.

• How imperfections can serve a greater purpose, as illustrated by the story of the cracked pot.

Don’t miss this uplifting message about the power of giving and the impact it can have this Christmas season.

Chapters:

0:00 – Introduction: A Christmas Check-In

1:04 – The Power of Giving in the Christmas Compass

2:29 – Recap of Week 1: Love and Reducing Anxiety

4:22 – Why Giving is the Eastern Point of the Christmas Compass

5:22 – Givers vs. Takers: Insights from Research

6:49 – Seven Key Thoughts on Givers and Takers

10:26 – “I Give Because Giving is My Reward”

12:28 – The Story of the Cracked Pot

21:29 – Why Imperfection is a Gift

22:58 – Encouragement: Give Like Never Before