Gifts Done Differently

After years of dealing with the end-of-season clutter, discard, and a massive credit card bill, Maggy’s family knew the mad rush to buy and wrap endless gifts was not working for them. Nearly a decade ago, they decided to stop exchanging gifts, and they’ve never looked back. The holidays have never been happier. While this won't work for everyone, there are many ways to do gifts different. This week we discuss: Reducing stress and the costs of giving. Alternatives to traditional gifts. Gifts with lasting impact. What to do with the time you would have spent shopping, wrapping, and gift-giving. What to do when family members aren’t on board. The impact of gifts and wrapping paper on the planet.