Do you have a section in your home dedicated to forgotten gifts – a graveyard of good intentions? Please know that you are not alone. It's a common scenario in almost every home I work in. However, when I see the gift section, the things in it have already gathered dust. They are already out of style or out of date and I take them to their new home — the donation center.
If you have a section like this in your home then I know you have imagined a scenario where you're caught off guard with a surprise gift and desperately need to reciprocate immediately. But let's face it, the emergency gift scenario is rare. So, why are we filling our closets with these "just in case" treasures? Why are we stockpiling gifts as if we're preparing for an apocalypse of unexpected presents?
I believe this is a learned behavior. A hand-me-down from our mothers, who got it from their mothers, and so on. But it's time to be the trendsetters in gift-giving evolution. Instead of mindlessly collecting potential presents, let's break the cycle and focus on intentional, meaningful gifts that truly resonate with the recipients.
If you need a last-minute gift, you always have time to go to the store to pick up something consumable or even a lovely bouquet of flowers. Embrace the joy of thoughtful gift-giving. I know your friends and family will thank you for it.