Generosity is a practice that helps us embody wisdom, compassion and the qualities of awakened beings. Studies show giving increases happiness and improves our physical and mental health. In Buddhism, there are 4 ways to practice generosity. We can give (1) material things and money, (2) be generous with the dharma, (3) give protection from fear and (4) be generous with our love. We might start small, but the more we give, the more generous and open our heart becomes.