The Gift Giver's Guide: Occasions Where You Give Presents
There are two types of people in the world: gift givers and gift receivers. If you're a gift giver, you're the time of person who feels much more joy in gifting gifts rather than receiving them. You're always on the lookout for occasions where you can go gift shopping for your loved ones. If this sounds like you, read on to see what type of occasions where you give presents that can be added to your calendar.
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Most Common gift-giving occasions
You're probably familiar with many of the main occasions where presents can be given. But if you're new to gift giving or want to make sure your list covers them all, we'll go over what they are.
Birthdays
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A birthday is never complete without gifts. Depending on the person's age, the choice of gifts will be slightly different. For example, a grandfather who just turned 80 will be delighted to receive a new shirt that reads "I've never looked so young at 80". But giving him a new Playstation might not be the best choice, unless he's an inveterate gamer.
Fathers or Mothers Day
As a grateful son or daughter, it's only fitting to gift your parents a truly special gift on either Fathers or Mothers day to thank them for being in your life.
Graduation
If someone in your social circle is graduating soon, a thoughtful gesture would be find a gift for them to mark this milestone and extend your sincerest congratulations.
Wedding
A wedding is an unforgettable event. Unless the couple has asked for a financial contribution, choosing a memorable gift will set you apart from the other guests.
Holidays
As a good refresher of types of holidays that come around every year, here are a few examples:
- Religious holidays
- Valentine's Day
- New Year's
If you'd like to keep track of the holidays of people you know from different cultures, BoredPanda has compiled an exhaustive list of holidays from around the world.
Anniversaries
Be it a one year wedding anniversary or a two month anniversary with your boyfriend/girlfriend, anniversaries are meaningful. Make them even more memorable by getting a gift that your special someone would appreciate you even more for.
Unique occasions where you give presents
Let's take a look at some of the less common occasions when giving a gift can be perceived as exceptionally thoughtful.
Apologizing
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It happens to all of us. We mess up. Sometimes, saying sorry just doesn't work. While giving the person a little space, take this time to think of a gift idea that could help express how sorry you are. This could be a customized gift to express how much you care about them, or a DIY gift to show how much they mean to you. I've created a personalized poem for apologizing on my store which might be the exact thing you need to express how sorry you are.
Saying Goodbye
In the unfortunate event that someone close to you is moving away to another city or across the world to another country, you'll want to stay in touch with them. One way you can get them to never forget you is by gifting them something that will remind them of you.
Job promotion or a new job
It's always a nice gesture to mark the achievements of others by gifting them with a carefully chosen gift. It helps the recipient feel supported in their new journey.
New pet
What's more exciting than knowing someone who just got a new pet? Adding a pet to a home is like adding a new member to the family, so make sure it feels welcome by offering its owners something the animal will love.
Remember, when giving a gift, it's always a good idea to plan ahead. You don't want to risk buying a last-minute gift that the recipient won't like. But if you're in a hurry to find something, a personalized poem template is always a good idea. Learn how poems make for the perfect gift.