The Gift of Giving
Get Over Any Gift Buying Jitters
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November 27, 2023 at 9:29:36 AM PST November 27, 2023 at 9:29:36 AM PSTth, November 27, 2023 at 9:29:36 AM PST
Does the thought of buying gifts make you feel PRESSURE?
So many often experience stress and indecisiveness when it comes to gift giving. It is experiences as such that steal the joy out of the gift of giving.
Giving is a powerful gift that is for ourselves just as much as it is for those receiving. When embraced in the original design, giving at its core unleashes a euphoric experience that unlocks joy.
I know you must be thinking okay, but how do I get to where the experience is joyful? Try creating a process that can ease the pressure and stress.
1. Thoughtfulness: The art of giving involves careful consideration of what the recipient truly needs or desires. It's about understanding their preferences, interests, and circumstances to select a gift or offer support that is genuinely meaningful to them. A personalized gift or gesture often carries more significance, be it the actual item is personalized or the way you give the gift is a personalized experience.
2. Quality Matters: It's better to give a single, well-thought-out gift that the recipient will truly appreciate rather than several less meaningful items. Resist the pressure to get “a lot” and focus on the quality of the gift and the long term benefit it will bring.
3. Active Listening: Being attentive to what others say, both verbally and non-verbally, can help you identify opportunities to give support or gifts that align with their desires and challenges. Exercising empathy with gratitude and generosity can influence your gift selection process and often relieve the stress that can try to come. Gift giving can carry great impact unlocking the joy in the experience.