The holiday season is just around the corner and with it comes the stress of finding the perfect gifts for everyone in your life. Although most of your friends and family are easy to please, there’s always that one person one the list that is impossible to check off. They have everything they could need, which makes it so much difficult to shop for.
Instead of struggling to find something suited at your local store (or crossing them off your list completely), you should consider one of the following options.
- Experience: If someone already has everything they need, think beyond physical objects and give them an experience instead. According to one research from San Francisco State University, people who spend money on experiences rather than material items are happier. Although, they’re not the ones spending the money, the joy, thrill, and memories of the experience you provide can last a lifetime. Here are some ideas:
- Cooking class
- Hot air balloon ride
- Escape room tickets
- Wine tasting
- Theater tickets
- Something Personalized: Finding an out-of-the-box gift for the person who has everything can be challenging. Even if you know what they want for Christmas, most likely their personal preferences don’t fit your budget. A personalized gift could make the difference between an item they’ll forget about the next day and something meaningful.
You don’t have to craft the gift yourself. You can order something that is designed specifically for your friend or family member. An engraved golden rose from EternityRose.com.au, for example, could show the recipient that you’ve put a little extra effort into finding a unique gift.
- Prepaid Services: This is a gift that says a lot about your level of friendship and dedication. It proves that you are anticipating your friend’s needs and are looking for ways to make their lives better. Whether you are paying for their car inspection or their monthly Netflix subscription, they will certainly appreciate your gift.
If your budget is tight, you could provide them a service instead of buying one. For instance, you could offer to babysit every weekend for a full month or cook for them. Sometimes, the best gifts aren’t physical object, but the willingness to lend a helping hand.
- Gift Card: You might think that a gift card is a boring, uninspired gift. But, think about it this way: those who have everything clearly know what they like and want. So, by giving them a gift card to their favorite store or restaurant, you’ll ensure that they actually get what they want.
- Charity Donation: When a friend or family member has everything, donating to charity instead of buying something could be one of the most thoughtful presents you can give. Studies have shown that people who are donating money and help others on a regular basis are less stressed, more successful, and live longer. Just make sure that you choose a charity that is dear to that person’s heart. For instance, if they are animal lovers, donate to an animal shelter, or if they care about cancer research, you could make a donation to a research institute.
Finding the right gift for the person that has everything isn’t impossible. You just need to change your approach. Instead of shopping for material objects, look for different ways to add a memorable smile.
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