"The opposite of emotional stinginess is emotional generosity. An emotionally generous person freely gives love, praise, affection, and encouragement. They freely give smiles, and hugs, and also tend to give freely of their time, talents, and resources. They are positive, fun, and generally very pleasant to be around."

"What are the emotional and psychological effects of being in a relationship with an emotionally stingy person, whether it be a boss, friend, parent, sibling, or spouse? The toll taken can be very high. Relationships with emotionally stingy people are highly stressful, and depending on the type of relationship, can lead to anxiety, depression, and a deflated sense of self worth. It can also just plain wear you out."


 - "What is Emotional Stinginess?" by Contributer from bogbit.com (http://bogbit.com/what-is-emotional-stinginess/)