Every year, we feel especially happy during this season. A season of giving, love, and happiness that we share with people we love or to people we just met on the streets. But even though we feel excited while counting down until the 25th, we can’t help but feel frustrated or frantic about buying gifts.

And I do know you’d agree that buying gifts for people we love this Christmas is very difficult. We all do want to give gifts especially for that person, but thinking about what the person wants or needs is so hard. So here are my tips for you when buying or thinking about what to give this season of Christmas:

1. Always remember, if you do not want to fight over things, rush through shops packed with people, shop way before December. I know holiday sales are held during the first few weeks of December, but if you’re that type of person that doesn’t enjoy shopping when there are lots of people, try shopping during the last week of November.

2. It’s the thought that counts. I know this is so cliche, but there are people who appreciate simple gifts. But to add to that, sometimes I leave short messages, like “I heard you lost your scarf, this will help warm you during cold seasons ;)” or sometimes “I had to fight over this bag, so you better enjoy this, jk :P” (LOL, just for fun). It makes people feel that their presents were really thought of no matter how simple the gift is, making the gift extra special.

3. Think about practicality. Sometimes when we really don’t know what to give, we buy socks, handkerchiefs, chocolates, books and the list goes on. I know we’re all guilty of this, admit it!  But I’m not really against this, since to me, as long as the person can use it in the future, it’s better to give them rather than spend so much money on an expensive coat too big or a figurine that’ll only collect dust. I think practicality goes along way.

4. Cash or gift certificates. If you don’t have time to pick out things or if you’re still unsure of what to give, try to give them cash or gift certificates. It’s good since you’re giving them the choice to pick out what they want or save them for later

5. Now, I might get negative comments on this last one: recycle gifts. I know it may sound mean, but like what I said in #3, I’d rather give it to somebody I know could use this than just let it sit in my closet. It’s not that I don’t appreciate the gift given to me, but I feel more guilty not using the gift. What do you think? Would you recycle? Comment if you like

And there you have it, I hope you have fun picking out gifts for your friends and family. I know it’s more fun opening presents, but giving them is also fun, so don’t stress out too much, take your time and enjoy as well. Or if you have other suggestions, comment on this post. ‘Til next time guys!

- Quina -

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