Podcast 038 | Giftgiving by theminimalists published on 2016-11-22T10:05:02Z Joshua & Ryan discuss giftgiving, the holiday shopping season, Black Friday, and the commodification of love, and they answer the following questions: What gifts are appropriate for minimalists to gift on special occasions where gifts are the expectation, such as weddings, baby showers, bachelorette parties, and the like? What gifts have you given on Christmas? How do you tactfully part with gifts from loved ones without offending the gift giver? How do I explain minimalism to family members with regard to giving gifts and receiving gifts? What is the difference between a thoughtful gift and asking someone what they want for Christmas? Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast Genre Learning Comment by Maverick This Christmas and all the trappings is what finally pushed me over the edge. I am SO thankful that I saw the film just after Christmas, because it helped put things in perspective for me. I had been feeling so disillusioned with consumerism and this film helped articulate what I had been feeling. Wonderful stuff. 2017-01-15T19:05:53Z Comment by Linda Harris I'm a couchsurfer. :) The best way to start is to host a few times and get reviews from your guests then the door is opened for you to stay with others. :) 2016-11-30T22:35:59Z Comment by IMRightURNot I'm dreading this Christmas! Last year, my "big" gift from my boyfriend (of 16 yrs.) was a Kitchenaid mixer. Not once had I ever mentioned I wanted a mixer. I never bake, and I'm beginning to hate cooking. This is just an example of people trying to impress with price and not something their loved one really desires. 2016-11-23T18:30:35Z