The Giver is influenced by his transfer of memories to Jonas in several significant ways. The Giver is physically and emotionally influenced by the transfer of memories. The Giver feels exhausted after transferring the memories. The Giver also feels lighter, as if a weight has been lifted from him. He also feels relieved when Jonas receives difficult memories but feels guilty for hurting Jonas. The Giver also loses the ability to see in color and forgets past experiences.
