Give People the Gift of Themselves

The greatest gift that you can give to others is the
gift of unconditional love and acceptance.
- Brian Tracy

We work with the people not out of pity
but out of respect for their potential for growth and development,
both as individuals and as communities.
- Jimmy Yen (pioneer in bringing literacy to rural China)

If you really want to make a friend,
go to someone's house and eat with him...
the people who give you their food give you their heart.
- Cesar Chavez

Give light and people will find the way.
- Ella Baker

Give people the gift of themselves.
Give them the gift of self esteem.
Show them that they are special and important.
- Jonathan Lockwood Huie

Further reading:

Offering Comforting Words and Support

Pay It Forward

Open Mind - Open Heart

Is there a place for Honor today?

Are Gifts Obligations?

Losing Your Job