Life Kit How to be a better gift giver
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Dec 23, 2025 
Rachel Wilkerson Miller, an author and former magazine editor, shares her insights on thoughtful gift giving. She emphasizes the importance of thoughtful gifts as a means of connection and joy. Rachel offers practical tips for finding the perfect gift, suggesting to start by recalling the recipient's interests. She also discusses transforming interests into gift categories and emphasizes the value of experiences over material items. Affordable ideas like flowers or homemade treats can be both meaningful and budget-friendly.
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Perfect Gift From A Deep Cut
- Rachel Wilkerson Miller bought a vintage-style Heimlich poster her girlfriend loved and saved it until the perfect housewarming moment.
- The gift became a treasured, deeply personal item that still makes her girlfriend happy every time she sees it.
Start With What They Mentioned
- Before shopping, think through what you know about the person's interests from recent conversations.
- Use that info to pick related items (e.g., puzzles for someone into game nights) instead of random store inspiration.
Give The Gift Of Doing It Together
- Offer to organize an experience tied to their interest, like hosting a game night, instead of buying an object.
- Framing the gift as time together can relieve planning pressure and feel special.