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Tag: Generosity Economy

Life In the Berkshires

The Generosity Economy: An ark for troubled times

At one point, in the not so distant past, we had a thriving Generosity Economy Circle here in Great Barrington.

by Maia Conty
Posted on March 11, 2020
Letters

Revised hotel plan does not address core economic concerns

In her letter to the editor, Maia Conty of Great Barrington writes: “Building an economic infrastructure dependent on imported wealth does not actually create a secure and sustainable local economy. It creates a servant/nobility-based economy.”

by Letter to the editor
Posted on January 19, 2016
Letters

Generosity Economy is a gift for all

In her letter to the editor, Susan Bachelder of Egremont writes: “New England is blessed with great resources in culture, education and many working farms. We are also Yankees and the Generosity Economy is based on an old saying of my Aunt Julia – ‘Use a little; Save a little; Pass a little on’. ”

by Letter to the editor
Posted on December 29, 2014
Life In the Berkshires

EDGE WISE: What’s in a gift? Considering generosity in the holiday season

Since joining the Generosity Economy, I’ve been spending less money — especially on food and clothing. But I’ve also changed the way I approach purchasing things in general. I think longer before simply buying something new, asking myself, Do I really need this thing? How much is it worth to me? Is this something my community can provide?

by Kristen Hewitt
Posted on December 25, 2014
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