The festive gift-giving time of the month has arrived once again. This month, from the years of hardship and struggle because of COVID, it is no doubt how much we’ve realized the importance of having each other. Indeed, no man is an island. Especially in these festive times. We all know the vibe during Christmas. All the joy and fun we get from all the family reunions, friend dates, and whatnot. It’s just something we can’t get enough of and makes us wish it was Christmas all year round. And something that is part of the tradition of Christmas is Christmas shopping. Christmas isn’t Christmas without exchanging gifts. There are endless possibilities of gift ideas but to make your gift one different from the rest is to think out of the box. And what is one gift that sets it apart from everyone else? Well, a gift that isn’t bought.
In these trying times, it really did show us that money isn’t everything. It showed us the reality of life—money definitely can’t buy one’s life. We’ve seen how lives come and go through this pandemic and not even their wealth can save them their last breath. It conveyed how superficial the power of money is and how big & mighty people perceive it when in reality, it’s only as big as we fool ourselves into thinking it is. And now that the season of love and generosity is just within the corners, let’s show our appreciation not only with the material things we have in store for them but also with the best gifts that money can’t buy. And to help you in thinking of non-tangible non-material presents here’s a list of can’t-be-bought gifts your special someone will love.
Time
Sometimes time can be underappreciated. Since it isn’t a tangible thing that can you see but it can be felt. Truth be told, time says a lot about how you mean to a person. Making time for the people despite a busy schedule tells you about how you perceive that person as special. Even if you don’t have a busy schedule, making extra time for the ones you love gives off the impression that they are one of your priorities. And having felt the emotion of being loved can topple all material things because nothing will ever compare.
You can give others your time by instead of giving them socks or a shirt, you can offer to take them on a ride across the city at night. Where the wind brushes through one’s hair and the noise of the city is nearing its subtlety. Passing around the dead noise of the city can be a therapeutic ride, add that to deep and heartwarming talks and it’s bound to be one of the most unforgettable memories your special person would have.
Affection
Aside from time, there’s also another non-tangible gift that is given just the same amount of underappreciation—affection. Giving affection to your loved ones only shows that you care enough to show them your love. Simple gestures of hugging can mean a lot. Especially for people whose love language is physical affection. This can go a long way and really make them feel loved to their core. Even expressing how much you feel towards them can be a means of affection. It doesn’t have to be too grand for it to be a gift, it can just be presented in a simple yet meaningful way like preparing a small speech telling all the things you love about that certain person. It can also be through clearing out the rest of your schedule just to cuddle with your special someone. These simple yet meaningful gestures may look like something that should be done every single day but if done with a little spice, it can be a unique and valuable gift.
A Written Song
We all know creativity is the best gift you can give. Not only does it require a lot of effort that will definitely be appreciated but it’s a gift not everyone can think of. Any gift that comes from the heart is something that makes it 10 times more impressive and beautiful. A song that is carefully and wonderfully written is a unique way of expressing your love and care. It doesn’t have to be too put together or you don’t have to be an expert vocalist to make it special. It just has to be made with your most genuine thoughts and feelings. Adding a little humor to it can also be a silly way of making it more fun. Sometimes stirring away from seriousness can make something memorable, so don’t get too worked out about it. Just have some fun while doing it. As long as it’s genuinely made, it will be loved just as much you loved making it.
Service
Any act of service can be cute especially when it is especially done for a celebratory event. It can be as simple as making a tasty morning breakfast for the one you love. It doesn’t have to be breakfast, too. It can be any meal of the day as long as you exert all the effort you can give. Or if you’re not very familiar with cooking, another option is for you to give your special person a massage. For your special person that may be exhausted, this can be a life-saver. With that, you can also prepare some wine and a little snack so that afterward, you can bond by talking and sipping some drinks.
With everything that struck us in the past year, it’s safe for us to say that there’s more than the material things we see. While it is indeed true that money is essential for our day-to-day lives. Well, we can’t really survive without it. But it doesn’t have to be the answer to every single thing in life. It sure is not an answer for a gift to be considered a good one. There’s nothing like a gift that’s well thought of, genuinely given, and is done with absolute love.
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