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14 From Receiving to Giving From providing material aid to spiritual care, Tzu Chi not only focuses on the effectiveness of its relief efforts, but also on the cultivation of human kindness, hoping that more people will be willing to practise generosity and experience personal growth. For nine years, Tzu Chi supported Gunasunderi, who bore the brunt of her husband’s alcoholism, domestic violence, and her daughter’s long-term medical needs. She shared, “ Tzu Chi helped me get out of my predicament and let go of my resentment when I felt most powerless. I used to think that helping others meant only donating money, but Tzu Chi showed me there are other ways, including caring .“ Gunasunderi voluntarily ceased receiving aid in 2022. Now, she is not only self-reliant, but also reciprocating the kindness received as a Tzu Chi volunteer. Mission of Charity I, too, want to be a Volunteer