The Oughten House Foundation: The Energy Behind an Offering, by Dr. Robert V. Gerard

Dr. Robert V. Gerard

Nov 3

3 min read

Actually writing this article for Garden Spices Magazine is my offering to you today. We probably use the act of offering more each day than we realize. In many cases, the drift of how many offerings we process each day may be a hidden fact of your character.

Offering means giving something to another person, place, or thing. I might be exaggerating, but there are many forms of energy associated with an offering. It could be heartfelt love, well wishes, a kiss, or as simple as cooking a pancake. But the beneficial secret is how you love and feel the energy flow. Sense how it feels as it leaves your body, and then sense how the offered energy is accepted.

Here's a good one for parents to remember. Soon after mom gives birth to her child, she holds the newborn in her arms against her breasts of life. She immediately offers the babe a feeling of abundant love with her eyes and smiles. Then comes mom’s baby chat and coos. Instantly, the babe accepts the warm feeling, knowing love is there. The baby might even offer you a coo or two. Do you not offer the best for that babe? That's one of your first offerings of thousands yet to come.

In romantic relationships, over time, the male aspect generally offers a prepared assortment of gifts for his female counterpart. In return, she knows what to do to offer him. The act of offering involves a multitude of interactive tasks and events—from purely physical to emotional interactions. Remember that some offerings are tagged permanently in your heart. Nonetheless, some offerings go misunderstood or are even rejected. That’s complicated and important to understand. Not everything we offer, thinking it is for others' highest good, is welcomed. Their beliefs may differ and be unacceptable to them, or they may be shocked and unable to deal with the situation addressed by the offer. It is a crucial strategy to offer unconditionally and not feel rejected if the offering is not accepted.

This year, I offered my body a wonderful commitment—to become healthier, happier, and more peaceful—and I have since lived it. My body lovingly accepted, and things are going great for me. A good question is: “Do you realize what your body has offered you?”

Offering birthday gifts for seniors can be an obstacle for family members and friends, since they often have little idea what to give. For the past eight years, I’ve received more bottles of wine than I can properly consume. So, instead, I find a way to offer them to others.

Sometimes an offering creates the circumstance for a hopeful appreciation. Today, I offered a donation for a candidate running for senator. He's a good man, and he respects my concerns, though I don’t expect a personal acknowledgment. If he wins and does his job as promised, my offering feels worthwhile.

When my wife Zeljka decorates one of her gorgeous birthday cakes, she offers her time and shares her creative artwork with the birthday person. At the BD party, just as the cake is presented in front of the family, one can witness the joys of the children and the BD person. I can attest to the smiles and cheers being received by Zeljka.

I'm writing this draft from my balcony, surrounded by plants I lovingly care for, overlooking the Adriatic Sea. It gives me a peaceful, quiet space. I guess you can call that an offering as well. It’s the same sensation I get from Nature. Whether standing on a mountain top, walking through the forest, or getting my feet wet at the beach, I appreciate the gifts Nature offers. It’s always a two-way interaction with energy and feelings.

The best way to feel comfortable with these offerings is to be aware of all you create: what you give and receive. It is an energy exchange that carries intelligence and sensations we all could be more aware of.

One final thought to share: while drafting this article, I thought people could be a bit confused about the difference between offering and giving. Though their meanings are quite close, there is a substantial difference, and I invite you to explore it.

With that, I offer you goodness, health, and a touch of peace.