Livelihood and life

I try not to miss quotes and thoughts  displayed on the billboards outside the churches, thought it’s not always possible to do so, especially when one is focused on driving. Came across a beautiful thought today outside the church near my residence that read:“We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give “

And the connotation is very deep as giving means not only money or the goods that we may donate under charity, but all those acts of kindness that we knowingly or unknowingly perform as part of our daily chores. A sweet smile to our driver, domestic help or a junior colleague ( to a senior we will always give a smile even if it’s forced), sharing bit of knowledge with a colleague to help him or her improve skills, recommending a deserving team mate for recognition, being accessible to anyone facing any issue, creating harmony and peace at the workplace and above all, treating everyone around oneself with respect irrespective of that person’s status will all qualify to be termed as “ giving” as per the Church quote. 

What sometimes professional managers may  fail to adhere to in their quest for winning is very subtly explained by such enlightening thoughts.