At our shindig yesterday the topic of awful Xmas presents came up. It would seem almost everybody receives a gift that they truly loathe. I don't though. I often find myself wondering what the person was thinking when they bought such an item, but over the years I have learnt to appreciate every gift I receive.
Any unwanted gifts, or maybe that should read any gifts I have no use for personally, I either give to a friend or family member becuase they need it much more, or I keep it for a gift for another person for their birthday, Xmas etc. Sometimes I have even donated these items to a charity - they can definitely use them.
It can seem quite insulting when you receive a really awful gift, but before you hit the roof and blow a gasket with the gift giver think about how else you can use the gift. And if you really feel you want to receive something from the gift giver, you can always treat yourself to something inexpensive instead; a cup of coffee at a coffee shop, or have a meal or takeaway. Of course you may be happy knowing that your donation of the gift has brought joy to someone else.
Practising gratitude in such a way does wonders for your self esteem, you really do feel a sense of having done something wonderful.
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