
The Psychology Of Giving: Why Generosity Is Hard
Explore the psychology of giving, why some people find generosity difficult, how scarcity beliefs and self-worth drive the struggle, and what shifts when you give from abundance.




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Explore the psychology of giving, why some people find generosity difficult, how scarcity beliefs and self-worth drive the struggle, and what shifts when you give from abundance.

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Dr. Timothy Yen is a licensed psychologist who has been living and working in the East Bay since 2014. He earned his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, with a focus on Family Psychology and consultation. He has a private practice associated with the Eastside Christian Counseling Center in Dublin, CA. For 6.5 years, he worked at Kaiser Permanente, supervising postdoctoral residents and psychological associates since 2016. His journey began with over 8 years in the U.S. Army as a mental health specialist. He enjoys supportive people, superheroes, nature, aquariums, and volleyball.

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