Coal for Christmas: 7 Worst Christmas Gifts to Give Your Partner

Joanna Marie O. Santos
November 28, 2022


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It's almost Christmas, which means it's time to start giving some thought to what to give those people in your life who already seem to have everything.

 

There is a widespread cultural tradition of both giving and receiving presents. If they have persisted through so many waves of cultural change, there must be something valuable about them. Gifts are a great way to convey not just how well you know and understand someone, but also how highly you appreciate them and how important they are to your life.

 

As a result of this, the majority of us think about, arrange, and become stressed out over what to buy one another for the holidays. When compared to other types of social activities, exchanging presents leads to much higher rates of interpersonal connection between people. The one and only exception to this rule is when the gifts are really awful. How would you characterize a gift that was absolutely horrible?

 

Gift-Giving Culture in the Philippines

 

The giving and receiving of presents are highly valued in Filipino culture. The gift-giving traditions in this country are as diverse as the people who practice them and the culture they share. In the Philippines, giving presents is both a social status and a responsibility. When it comes to giving presents to friends and family on a variety of occasions, Filipinos adhere to a certain set of traditions that have been passed down through the generations.

 

Therefore, while sending presents to the Philippines, keep these cultural traditions and culture in mind.

 

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It is usually more satisfying to give than to receive, but there is nothing worse than watching someone unwrap a present while pretending to enjoy it. Avoid humiliation by avoiding these historically embarrassing presents and groaning with us instead.

 

Self-Help Books

 

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These "presents" are usually given with the best of intentions, but gifting someone a self-help book is a clear signal that you don't believe they're doing well. A present should be interesting and encouraging, not critical of the recipient's way of life.

 

A Mug

 

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If you believe that they are the type of person who would appreciate a mug, then you should be aware that they probably already have more than their share of mugs. The majority of individuals have more mugs than they need. On the occasion that you are insistent about giving a piece of glassware as a present, choose an item that speaks to the recipient's interest in drinks; this might be for a drink other than coffee.

 

Gift Cards

 

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If you offer someone a gift card instead of a well-selected present, you are communicating to that person that you have not put any effort into selecting their gift. Is there anything more forgettable than a little piece of disposable plastic? It should be enough to state that there is nearly always a more thoughtful present option than a generic gift card.

 

Christmas Sweater

 

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Sweaters worn around Christmas are not practical outside of the Christmas season due to their bulky and sometimes unattractive design. Even the sweater that Grandma made by hand eventually finds its way to the back of the drawer or the pile of items to be donated to charity. Additionally, how many sweaters can a person own?

 

Exercise Gear

 

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You think you're being kind by giving someone exercise equipment, don't you? Don't be too sure. It is never a good idea to give anything related to exercise or diet as a gift. The only exception to this rule is if you are purchasing a present for someone who is obsessed with staying healthy; nevertheless, even in this case, it is still something of a risk. You are more likely to receive a response of "what are you trying to say?" than you are to hear "thank you."

 

Air Freshener

 

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Candles, at least, have a natural, holiday-themed tenderness to them. If you give someone an air freshener, you are essentially telling them, "Your home stinks; clean it up!"

 

Shapewear

 

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You should never give someone shapewear. This is the type of gift that may be incredibly offensive, in addition to being the wrong size or uncomfortable. An example would be buying a lady a pair of thigh-slimming shorts, which she would interpret as a criticism of her legs. In a similar manner, a waist cincher may be interpreted incorrectly, particularly during the winter holidays. Avoid slimming presents like Spanx for ladies and Insta Slim for men.

 

It's a lack of consideration for the recipient's feelings that leads to terrible Christmas gift-giving. You may avoid giving such things by always taking the recipient's requirements and preferences into consideration. Consideration and thoughtfulness are the qualities of a perfect Christmas present.