This post is inspired by a post by Jessica Martel.
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Year ago, my oldest daughter started gifting items that would outlast anything else- wonderful gifts of time and experiences. She took her younger sister to Canada's Wonderland several times and arranged for me to get a pedicure too. It is so true, the best presents are when people have the presence of mind to give a present of their time.
Jessica Martel created a list of many great ideas for frugal gifting of items that are especially great for people on the move, living in small spaces, or downsizing. Here are a few ideas from her list. Do you have some more that people might like to explore?
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How to Gift the Minimalist Way
- Choose experiences over things When it comes to spending money, researchers have found that experiences result in greater long-term fulfillment than material purchases This is why an experience is the perfect gift for a minimalist. Not only does it not take up any physical space, it also doesn't have to be wrapped, which means no waste.
- Gifting digital services like Netflix is another great way to give something special to the minimalists in your life without adding physical clutter to their space.
- Give the gift of learning - Find the perfect class for the perpetual student in your life. It's never been easier to give the gift of education with course sites like Udemy, Coursera, edXOpens
- Get appy! No matter what the minimalist in your life is into, there's likely an app for that! You can even send them an app store gift by email.
- Get creative! Share your favourite memories in a beautiful digital photo album. Or, put together a thoughtful digital cookbook with all of your secret family recipes.
- Provide a service Whether you decide to get your hands dirty or pay someone else to do it, providing a service can be a great gift option. Here are a few ideas Jessica Martel shared: Clean and organize give a car wash or dog wash.
- Pamper your friend, If you want to splurge, there’s nothing like the gift of a relaxing spa weekend. After all, who doesn’t love a massage, manicure or professional haircut?
- Babysit For the minimalist parents in your life, give the gift of childcare. There’s no better present than knowing your children are safe and sound with people you trust while you enjoy a night out.
Jessica shares tonnes of more great ideas in her article How to Gift the Minimalist Way on the Simplii Financial Website check it out!
Have a fabulous day!
Su
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