I practice material minimalism. “Less is more and even less is even more” appeals to me (I try not to practice this minimalistic approach when it applies to patience, kindness, generosity…).
Christmas and birthdays can invite a challenge because people ask, “If you don’t like extra material possessions, what am I supposed to get you?” Consumables and outings!
Below, I’ve listed my favorite gifts. At the end, I encourage readers to offer their creative non-material present ideas!
My favorite things
Citrus or bakery scented candles (no lavender, rose, or perfume smells)
Dark chocolate (especially when blended with fruit or nuts)
Target and Wal-Mart gift cards (the only places I shop to replace shoes and essential clothing)
Blue, Purple, or Green Bic Roller Pens (no gel or felt tip jobbies)
Postage stamps (I really like this year’s FROG ones)!
Note cards and thank you cards (blank inside)
Retreat center stays
Grocery store gift cards (love to cook and bake! I have recipes to last for eternity)
Workshops/Classes/Seminars/Conferences
Music concert tickets
Cabin vacations
Theatre tickets
Figure skating shows
Fellow dream chaser to experience 1 of my 100+ lifetime dreams with me (so far, I’ve gotten to achieve 64 out of 107 from my Dream List)
Donation to humane society, dog rescues
Dunkin Donut coffee
Turtlenecks in every color (the kind that go all the way up the neck)
Double sized bed flannel sheet sets (I can never be too warm)
Readers! Your turn! What are your creative ideas to give someone who defines themselves as a “non-materially interested minimalist”?
Leaping into the holiday lily pad of life from the FROG Blog,
Christina
I agree with you! This is why I buy my parents food items or take them out somewhere! Happy Holidays! Meg
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Last year when my daughters asked what I wanted for Christmas, I told them I’d be thrilled if they would help clean out and/or organize some of my things. One daughter helped me get rid of many of the cards I received from the family. She had given us an anniversary card that turned out to be the most poignant one because the dream she had shared came true when she got married two years ago! The other daughter’s skill in organizing resulted in me tossing unnecessary things and coming up with storage areas that are much more efficient. Both days also brought us many new memories!