Welcome to the third episode of Active Generosity with Stewardship donor and psychologist, Sam Malins.
Sam, who is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in the NHS and Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Nottingham, reveals fascinating insights into the science that shows generosity really can make us happier. In particular, he discusses findings from a series of research studies that tackles the question 'How much happiness can $2m dollars buy?’ Sam also shares how his faith has grown his generosity over the years.
Sam’s favourite Bible verse on generosity:
“But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.” Matthew 6:20 (NIV)
See our note on Bible usage: https://www.stewardship.org.uk/bible-usage
How you can pray for Sam:
- that God would continue to lead Sam as he continues his journey exploring psychological science and faith
Download the transcript for Episode 3
Related links:
The TED Interview: How much happiness can 2 million USD buy? With Elizabeth Dunn: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7mER3wqGT5ZFnpgSmVH1Y7?si=UO0gEtUgS2-P6s1EAk2bAw
The interview draws on findings from a series of research studies: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/09567976231184887 https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-024-00166-6https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.2211123119
Stewardship’s Giving Account: https://www.stewardship.org.uk/giving-account
Stewardship’s Partner Account for Individuals: https://www.stewardship.org.uk/partner-account-individuals
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Ruth is leading the PR and Communications for Stewardship, which she joined in April 2022.
She has over 25 years’ marketing communications experience across a range of sectors, including higher education, technology and the arts, both business- and customer-facing.
Ruth worships and serves at C3 Church in Cambridge where she lives with her husband, two teenage daughters, a dog and a cat. When she’s not at her desk, you might find her rowing on the River Cam, in a ballet class or out for a walk.
She supports causes that are focused on alleviating global poverty and injustice, with a particular interest in supporting vulnerable children.
