10 Great Gift Ideas (that aren't "stuff")

What do you get your loved one when they don't want "stuff"?

Why do we buy stuff?

It's especially tricky at Christmas. All those Christmas images of big shiny box-shaped presents sitting under an enormous tree. All the ads and all the stores showing us objects that we can buy for each other. Everything points us that way. So much pressure to do the 'Christmassy thing'.

Does it makes us happy?

More people every year find they have enough stuff. Too much stuff. The thought of receiving yet more stuff is the opposite of a Merry Christmas.

"I don't want any more stuff" they'll say.
"But it's Christmas, and I want to give you something", you say.

Here's the answer

You can both enjoy Christmas if you give a gift that isn't "stuff". You can show you care. They get a gift they really appreciate.

But we need ideas from outside the box. Ideas that we won't find in sales catalogues.

That's what my new ebook is for. To start the ball rolling with some innovative ideas that people love - even if they don't want "stuff".

10 Great Gift Ideas for people who don't want "stuff".

These are ideas for gifts that don't clutter up the place, are less wasteful and can be really meaningful without costing a fortune.

This is for you

If you're giving a gift to someone who doesn't want "stuff", this book is for you. Did I mention it's free?

Are you the person?

If you're someone who doesn't want "stuff" you may want to share this page with your loved ones. It might be awkward, but not as awkward as pretending you like stuff you don't want.

See my page about "Gift face", then share this page so people have a better idea what to get you. They really want to give you a gift you like, they just don't know where to start. Also, consider a SoKind registry to give them a really big clue.

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