The gift notes

Ponderings while searching for pebbles

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Why Receiving a Bad Gift Hurts More Than People Admit

Research shows bad gifts trigger feelings of social exclusion and being unseen. Here's the psychology behind why a wrong gift stings, and what it reveals about relationships.

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The Difference Between a Thoughtful Gift and an Expensive One

The Difference Between a Thoughtful Gift and an Expensive One

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Why We Give Bad Gifts (And It Has Nothing To Do With How Much You Care)

Why We Give Bad Gifts (And It Has Nothing To Do With How Much You Care)