I found his extraordinarily powerful and simple advice appealing in the real world dominated by matchers.

Yes, Karthik Rajan! Yes. Giving often makes us feel better than receiving!

Once in a line at Target I was behind a soldier dressed in uniform. He had a smallish order, but for some reason I felt compelled to pay his bill for him. He was polite and seemed grateful as I thanked him for his service to our country.

It’s sad to think that others might have a negative response to an act of generosity, though! So glad you’re in the giving mode, although knowing you, I’m not surprised.