1st Edition

Mindfulness Giving Harnessing the Art and Science of Positive Psychology

By Maria Cuddy-Casey Copyright 2025
342 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

342 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

342 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This accessible book offers a unique, evidence-based perspective on the art and science of giving. It combines concepts from psychology, neuroscience and social science theory with stories from interviewees on their experiences as a giver and receiver. This book offers a holistic overview of the reciprocal aspects of giving, strategies for selecting a recipient of a gift in a never-ending sea... Read more

1. Introduction and Giving Defined  2. Theories on Why We Give  3. Who, What, Where, How, and Why to Giving  4. Evaluating Where we Give: Nonprofit Organizations  5. Benefits to Giving  6. Gratitude and Being a Recipient  7. Ill Effects of Giving and the Need for Creating Boundaries  8. Developing Your Plan/Ceating a Ripple: What will be your story?  9. Empowering Children in Their Giving  10. Cultivating Giving: Ideas for Advancement Personnel and Those That Fundraise

Biography

Maria Cuddy‑Casey, PhD, has always had a passion for serving the community and chose a field in psychology to help others. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and professor at Immaculata University where she has taught for over 25 years. Her clinical work focuses on children through to young adults, and she specializes in underserved populations.