Many people know that they cannot give things received as a gift to another person. The sign of giving what is given is firmly rooted in the subconscious of most of us. But few people think about what causes it and what will actually happen if you decide to give something personal to another person.
Some people don’t even hide the fact that they quite often give their gifts to others. In most cases, such gifts include completely useless items that a person cannot use for himself. For example, imagine a situation where you were given exactly two identical vacuum cleaners for your birthday, and your relative is planning a special event in a week.
Of course, in such a situation, everyone will come up with the idea of donating unnecessary things. Is it possible to do this and what consequences can it entail? We will talk about this later.
What is the meaning of a gift?
The tradition of exchanging gifts dates back to ancient times, when people had not yet invented money, and exchanged items from each other. To appease the gods, they presented them with gifts. This is where the word “gift” comes from. It means to give a gift.
In Rus', the word “gift” was in use - a gift given to a guest or guest. This is how people expressed their respect and tribute to the owner of the shelter who sheltered them. And the owner was obliged to receive the guest and feed him.
Nowadays, the meaning of gifts has become blurred. We often exchange them simply because it is the right thing to do. Rarely does anyone have enough time, money and desire to carefully select gifts for every acquaintance. In fact, a gift must be chosen and given with soul. It should be useful and pleasant to a person. Otherwise it's just a soulless and useless thing.
What to do with gifts that you didn't like?
Some gifts received from unfamiliar or negative donors can and should be disposed of. They can be sold, exchanged or simply thrown away so as not to disturb your peace of mind.
Separately, it is worth mentioning jewelry that was not to your liking. They should not be re-gifted or sold. You need to take them to a jewelry workshop and melt them into the item you like, then go to church and have it blessed and worn without fear.
To avoid misunderstandings or the bad influence of signs, you should approach the choice of a gift responsibly and carefully, and certainly not purchase something that you yourself would not want to receive.
Is it possible to transfer a gift?
We don’t attach much importance to the things we donate, especially the simple trinkets that we find at every turn. We don’t hesitate to give them away or even throw them away. But folk signs do not allow gifts to be re-gifted.
It is believed that every gift given carries a piece of the person who gave it, his positive energy. By exchanging gifts, we gain an invisible connection with each other. These items should be kept in the house, reminding us of the person.
Signs say that by donating a thing, we break the connection and give away the good that was given to us. This brings with it quarrels and a break in relations with the person whose gift was given away.
What happens when you give a gift?
The process of gift giving has deep and important meaning. Having presented a certain thing to a person, the giver, together with it, wishes the recipient happiness and prosperity. His sincere wishes and energy are inextricably linked with the gift and the relationship with the giver.
The souvenirs received remind you of who gave them, even if there is a certain trinket in the chest of drawers or on the wall. The sign of over-giving gifts is not considered a good sign. At the same time, you give to another a piece of warmth addressed to you. As a result, your mood and relationship with a loved one whose gift you neglected may deteriorate.
What cannot be re-gifted
Signs do not recommend re-gifting things intended only for you. This especially applies to gifts made with your own hands especially for you. The person who made this thing put a piece of his soul into it. At the very least he spent time and effort on this gift. He came up with an idea, created an image in his head and brought it to life. This shows that you are important to the person. He wanted to please you, he wanted to get your approval. Objects given in this way carry good energy. It shouldn't be thrown away. Moreover, there is no need to refuse the gift outright.
Another thing that should not be re-gifted:
- items with your name on them;
- things with engraving;
- used items;
- with damaged packaging;
- personal hygiene products;
- linen.
Behind
It’s a completely different matter if you received a good thing as a gift, which for some reason you don’t need. You shouldn’t talk about this to the giver, because he will be upset, especially when the gift was given from the heart. And it is quite possible to give such a gift to another person. For example, you were given a steamer for your birthday. Only the donor did not know that you are already the owner of a wonderful steamer, which has been serving you faithfully for several years now, and you are not going to give it up. Such a gift, of course, is good, and you appreciated the generosity of the donor, but where to put this gift now? And then, for example, you are invited to a wedding. Why not give a steamer to young people, because they will certainly need it in everyday life? Good idea!
You can also give a gift if you know that the gift will definitely be useful to the recipient. For example, your sister has long wanted to buy a dark vase, and you were given just such a gift. Why not please your sister and save money on a gift if such a vase does not suit the style of your interior?
In what cases can you give a gift?
But what to do with all this bunch of figurines, glasses, towels, shower gels and everything else. Keeping useless things is not an option. Over the course of a lifetime, you will accumulate a lot of such items. You can and should get rid of gifts that do not carry any meaning and are of little significance to you.
Most likely, the person bought the first thing he came across, without even knowing who he would give it to. Just in case. This gift is not named for you. Therefore, it does not bring anything good, and nothing bad either. It's just a trinket. Leave it if it is important to you. Otherwise, look for a new owner for her.
You can also give away a gift if the person who gave it is unpleasant to you and clearly does not mean well. It is unlikely that the little thing will come to court. Sometimes it is not even recommended to take such items. But there are situations when you cannot refuse. When you bring home such a gift, be sure to wash it, wash it, or immediately, without bringing it home, give it to someone. If you are a very superstitious person, cleanse the gift with holy water and prayer. Or consecrate it in church.
It is not forbidden to get rid of items that connect you with the person with whom you broke up. They bring nothing but bad memories and negativity. This is the burden of the past. It's good to make room for the future.
What cannot be given according to signs?
Another bad omen is associated with choosing inappropriate gifts . It is important to remember about it when choosing a present for the birthday person and for other holidays. The following gifts are refused:
- Sharp objects : forks, knives, souvenir weapons, razors. Such gifts often lead to quarrels and troubles.
- Watches also cannot be given as a gift. They will further measure the time until separation between two people. It is especially undesirable to give a watch to your significant other. It is believed that such a gift will lead to a quarrel and further separation. Residents of China perceive watches as a kind of invitation to a funeral. Ancestors were sure: watches shorten life.
Watch
- Slippers are often purchased before the hospital. For this reason, such a gift portends a complex illness or injury, or death.
- You cannot give towels . Various bad omens are associated with them. Towels can promise illness, death. Sometimes a gift becomes a symbol of a long journey, and it can be successful.
- It is forbidden to give an empty wallet . Such a gift can lead to poverty. If you plan to give a wallet as a gift, it is advisable to put enough money inside.
Empty wallet
- It is also not customary to give mirrors . Legends and superstitions are associated with them. Mirrors are often used in magical practices. And then the gift will lead to attracting negative energy into the house. Particularly high risks are associated with antique items.
- Lovers should not give each other rings (the only exception being an engagement ring), photographs or frames. The sign is associated with further quarrels and separation.
- A gift of a handkerchief can lead to quarrels and tears.
- A hat can only be a good gift if it is presented correctly. The person must put on his own hat . Otherwise, there is a risk of quarrel.
- The broom has long been associated with various superstitions, so for those who believe in omens, the gift will be bad. It is believed that serious problems in life and they will lead to conflicts between people.
It is important to know what things should not be given to your loved one. Otherwise, the gift may be received poorly. The main task is to give a gift , which is chosen personally and with the person in mind. At the same time, it is important to take into account the signs associated with the influence of gifts on a person’s future life.
How to give a gift correctly
As we have already found out, not every gift can be re-gifted. There are certain rules that you need to follow if you want to give a gift. The most important thing is not to make the mistake of giving it back to the person who gave it to you. For convenience, you can attach a sticker with a signature from who the gift was received from. Here are some simple tips:
- Never give expired gifts. Throw away such items, especially food and cosmetics.
- Make sure that the packaging is not damaged. Even if it is open, try to carefully seal it or put it in a gift box.
- Be sure to decorate it beautifully. Place in a gift bag or box. Sign the card.
- You can combine several small gifts into one big one.
Don't make other people's mistakes and don't give unnecessary gifts. Try to always choose a useful, universal item. Even if it is not presentable, it can be beautifully decorated. Let it be something cheap and insignificant, but necessary in everyday life. For example, in the West they often give things as gifts along with a check. It's very practical. A person will be able to return the product if he does not need it, and use the money received. In addition, it is immediately clear that you bought the product yourself and did not bring someone else’s gift. Unfortunately, it is not customary for us to announce the cost of gifts, so the tradition is unlikely to take root.
When deciding who to give an unnecessary item to, think about who might need it. Perhaps one of your friends or loved ones needs it or would be more suitable for them. Then the item will cease to be useless, and it is unlikely that it will be given away further.
If there is no one to give these items to, or you need to get rid of them quickly. For example, in case of moving or renovation. Take them to an orphanage, donate them to a church or charity. An effective method is to advertise on social networks that you will give away a bunch of interesting things for something tasty. There are a lot of people who like to make money for free; in an hour you will already have empty shelves and something tasty for tea. This is a good way to give away not only unnecessary gifts, but also other junk.
How to deal with unnecessary things
Thinking about whether it is possible to re-gift gifts, people store dusty boxes in the mezzanine for a long time, which is also unnecessary. You should not keep unnecessary things in the house. If the gift is not to your liking, turns out to be useless or an unsuitable item, it is dealt with as follows:
- It is given to family and friends who need it more than you.
- Excess items are donated to charitable organizations.
- Soft toys, sweets, and inappropriate clothes are brought to orphanages.
They present gifts with ease, positive thoughts and the main goal: to do a good deed or please another person.
Giving gifts is not the best idea, but in some cases this is considered the right way out of the situation. The main thing is to do it from the bottom of your heart, with sincerity and warmth.
If you don't wear
Unfortunately, this is a fairly common situation when a person receives a shirt, blouse or dress as a gift that absolutely does not suit him - neither in color, nor in size, nor in style. At this point you’ll definitely have to think about what to do: it’s impossible to put it on, and it’s awkward to give it away.
It's easiest with children's things. If they brought things for your child as a gift that are too small for him, there is nothing wrong with re-gifting them, and in some cases simply giving them away, putting everything out in good faith - people will only be grateful to you and will try not to set you up in any way to those who gave you these things in the first place.
In general, in many advanced countries it is customary to give things as gifts, enclosing a receipt, in case you are not satisfied with something and want to make an exchange or receive the cash equivalent of your gift.
We, unfortunately (or maybe fortunately) have a different mentality - we are embarrassed not only to attach a receipt to a gift, but even to make it clear how much this thing costs, but the counter workers, in turn, will stand up as a wall if only not to return the client’s money, so there will still be that hassle.
Items of clothing are usually given by close people , sometimes discussing in advance what kind of gift it will be, so most often annoying mistakes in sizes, styles, and shades do not occur. If a problem does arise, it is much easier to resolve it than if it concerned just people you know.
So your mom bought you a blouse for New Year and almost got the size wrong. She herself may offer you to give the item to, for example, a cousin, and is ready to buy approximately the same gift for you. If both of you are satisfied with this decision, there can be no talk of any negativity.
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