An Offering
February 8th, 2010
Learning Moment: Bali, Indonesia
Almost the first thing one notices in Bali is the offerings that lie scattered everywhere.
Usually, the first notice is taken as one accidentally kicks the offering from a sidewalk into the nearby street.
I made this mistake many, many times during my first visit. Fortunately, the Balinese don't take it personally.
Balinese offerings are ubiquitous. They lie in front of stores, inside stores, in shrines, on rocks, and in tree branches. I would not be surprised to find one anywhere.
These offerings are democratic - they are presented for the benefit of many gods, both good and bad. Once offered, they are food for birds, dogs, monkeys, and insects.
I've tried to emulate the Balinese with my course offerings. My workshops are available to anyone. I'm ready to conduct them anywhere. And I don't mind repurposing the content for any situation or audience.
How about your products?
Do you treat them as 'goods for sale'? Or as offerings?
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