Consumerism has run amuck. I was talking with friends over the weekend and the conversation went to holiday shopping and gift giving. The stress levels were elevated. One friend recounted the stories of shopping at one of those big box stores and getting knocked over and landing on the floor.
Another recounted a visit to the mall that resulted in a 20 minute search for a parking space. A third friend told of how he nearly came to blows with someone over some electronic gizmo.
Holiday and shopping conversations are always a bit strange to me. You see about 18 years ago my family decided to stop exchanging gifts at Christmas. That's right, no gifts. Everyone thought we were strange, but in reality we were able to get back to what the holidays are really about.
The holidays are about spending time with family and friends. They are about kindness and joy. My personal stress level this time of year is non-exsistent. I don't fret about money or time. I don't worry about whether or not I can get that one electronic gizmo my brother can't live without. I worry about spending time with those that are close to me.
Introduce a new little holiday tradition to your family... go giftless. It is amazingly refreshing and it means so much more!
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- Gina Danner
- Gina M. Danner is the visionary force behind her family’s business, Mail Print, Inc. She has been in the printing and direct mail marketing business for more than 21 years. Gina's expertise revolves not only around small business, but growth businesses and corporate marketing efforts. She speaks on a variety of topics from entrepreneurism, marketing and personal development.
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