Stress-Free Gift Giving

Reclaim your calm and make gifting a joyful experience again with these tips.

Planning ahead eliminates last-minute panic and rushed decisions. You want Christmas and the holiday season to be enjoyable and that means planning or even shopping ahead of time.

Decide exactly how much you are spending before you start shopping to prevent overspending and stress. It is important to have a budget, so decide early what you can and can’t afford.

Write down every person you need a gift for: parents, siblings, teachers, your dog walker! Brainstorm two or three thoughtful ideas next to each name. Thinking ahead of time gives you time to find that perfect gift!

Focus on experiences like classes or events, or consumables like gourmet chocolates rather than just more clutter. Some ideas include concert or movie tickets, or perhaps a gift card to a new or favourite restaurant.

Blend the ease of online shopping for convenience and price comparisons with in-store shopping for unique finds and to support local businesses. Also, nothing says local more than finding gifts at a community sale. You’ll be surprised with what your neighbours and community members are making in their own homes!

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