FIRE Movement Needs More Mainstream Media Attention on This

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The FIRE movement has received a lot of attention recently in mainstream media. It seems as if almost daily someone from the personal finance blogging community is getting featured in a major news outlet.

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The fact that the FIRE movement is getting so much attention is great. However, I do wonder what impression these articles are leaving with people outside of the personal finance community.

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The Media Needs to Focus More on This…

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The Benefits of Giving

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Giving reminds us that we are part of a much bigger, more interconnected world. It makes us appreciate the gifts that we have, especially for those of us in first world countries.

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When Should You Start Giving?

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Even if you can only afford to give $5 a month, start by giving something to a cause you care about. It will help you develop a habit for when you have more to give.

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Money with a Purpose: What Does Being Thankful Mean to You?

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Generosity in the FIRE Movement

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