Focus on experiences rather than objects for this year's holiday gifts


By AGENCY
Give someone the gift of a massage. - AFP

How many times have you given a futile, if not totally useless, Christmas gift due to a total lack of inspiration? To avoid disappointment, it can be a good idea to forget material gifts and turn to beauty or well-being experiences instead. As well as reducing waste, these gifts can be a great way to help loved ones relax and unwind, ready to start the new year on the right foot.

Maybe you've been buying the same thing - or almost the same thing - every year without feeling like your gifts ever leave a lasting impression, or that they're (really) making someone happy. In fact, you've probably experienced it yourself: some gifts always end up at the back of a closet, without ever really being used. It's a real waste, and it can usually be avoided by choosing a gift experience rather than a material object. Offering a massage or a spa or wellness session can also be a great way for loved ones to recharge their batteries before starting the new year.

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