Feel Good Gift Options
I love to give gifts. In getting and giving gifts, feel good gift surprises are the best. I define a feel good gift as pretty simply as a present that makes both parties feel good, happy or joyful. I enjoy creating connection and enhancing my understanding of the other person and their understanding of me through each gift.
Last post I blogged about gifting organic. There are times when organic is important for health. Check out my last blog post on gifting organic.
The most important aspect of gift giving is to share, what is important and special to you rather than just spend too much and buy too much. I have been guilty of both of these things in the past and basically I felt worn out and depleted post gift giving season.
Options for gift giving that nourish the giver and receiver.
Spiritual Growth & Awareness
Last year I gave out dream board kits. Here is a link on dream boards. I assembled them and added a booklet on the how to. I offered to come and help make them. It was really fun to bring that awareness to my nieces and nephews. It is never to early to get in touch with your dreams. This link is for a digital dream board, for those kids who can’t get off the phone.
Two years ago, I gave everyone individualized affirmation cards. I was completely surprised by how well they were received.
Both of these options were pretty quick to set up. I have a lamination machine and laminated the cards, but that really isn’t necessary. Here is a link with some affirmation ideas. Affirmations can help kids steer the boat among the garbage along their paths.
Health and Wellness
Gifting to support wellness really says I care about you. A few years ago, tongue scrapers made it into everyone’s gift bag. One year I gave all my sisters breast self examination maps. That was a little quirky, I admit. Sometimes it’s books on wellness. You never know, what will help someone up level their wellness. This year it is Body Thrive, by Cate Stillman
Homemade Foods & Crafts
In the past I often baked for the holidays. Now healthier choices like Apple Sauce, Sauerkraut and homemade relish have replaced cookies and breads. This takes a little time and planning in order to get things completed without stress. Apple Sauce link But they are still made with the same love and intention to nurture. 
Learning and Experience Gifts
Skating, Ski lift tickets, Theater and concerts, almost any kind of new experience can be gifted. It is great to gift from your experience and things you love and open the world of a friend or young person. One year we gifted lift tickets and organized a trip for the kids. The gift to the parents was time off. Another time we went on a hike to collect fossils. My favorite is when we brought snorkel gear over and all tried it out in the pool. We got them basic gear as part of the present. It doesn’t have to be expensive, just a new experience or one they love and fun.
Gifts are a choice, that at their best bring joy to the giver and the receiver. A feel good gift is a great approach to give and receive without financial or emotional depletion. I have learned over time to tune in and give gifts from the heart to the heart. Share the love, What are your feel good gift ideas this year? Share on X