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February 12, 2026
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We live in a world that constantly measures things—how much money we make, how many hours we work, how much we give to others. But what if the true measure of our contribution isn't found in quantity at all? What if a single moment of genuine presence is worth more than years of distracted interaction? What if giving everything from almost nothing is more valuable than giving a little from abundance? Today's inspiration invites us to reconsider what it really means to give.
The focus for today is:
It is not so important how much we give; it is how we give that counts. If you have a lot, but offer a little, you have given little. If you have a little, but give it all, you have given much.
Today's message is inspired by Alan Cohen, author featured in the book: 101 Great Ways to Improve Your Life, Volume 2
Alan Cohen shares the story of a spiritual teacher choosing between two students for one remaining seminar spot. The wealthy student tried to bargain for half-price at $500, while the other student had only $20. The teacher chose the student with $20 "because she offered everything." As Kahlil Gibran wrote, "Love gives naught but itself and takes naught but from itself. Love possesses not nor would it be possessed; For love is sufficient unto love." Our actions are real not for their outer form, but for the energy and intentions behind them.
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The True Value of Giving in Relationships and Work
Author: Alan Cohen
A Reminder:
It is not so important how much we give; it is how we give that counts. If you have a lot, but offer a little, you have given little. If you have a little, but give it all, you have given much.
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RELATED BOOK: 101 Great Ways to Improve Your Life, Volume 2
Edited by David Riklan and featuring essays by John Grey, Jack Canfield, Richard Carlson, Bob Proctor, Alan Cohen, and more. Each essay is three to four pages, just the right length to be stimulating but not so long as to require a long sit. Many people will find that reading one of these essays in the morning can help set up a more successful day.
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About the Author
Alan Cohen is the author of the bestselling A Course in Miracles Made Easy and the inspirational book, Soul and Destiny. The Coaching Room offers Live Coaching online with Alan, Thursdays, 11 am Pacific time. For information on this program and Alan's other books, recordings, and trainings, visit AlanCohen.com
Author's website: AlanCohen.com
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