When thinking of what to give someone this year, try to give to their core values. It’s easy to give socks, sweaters, and DVDs but a value based gift could bring them much more joy. Core values are what motivates us to behave the way we do. With my clients I motivate them to keep pushing for their ultimate life by reminding them of their values when doubts creep in over the long haul. When we are offended by someone, it is generally because they have countered one of our values and that is why we feel offended. By living by our values it brings us happiness and happiness is the end goal when buying for someone special.
When going over your gift list, think about each person’s core values. Values like Freedom, Creativity, Leadership, Family, Fun, and Adventure are all core values that you can buy gifts to satisfy. You’ll be giving a gift that creates true happiness by giving to core values.
Have the best holiday season you can,
Dave
Who knew that you could find salient advice about life on a site about finances…
Well written, Dave. Very well written.
Thanks for letting me know about your blog. Its very insightful and perfectly written for me – the one who never fully appreciated money as he feels so overwhelmed with the prospect of doing anything with it, that he just spends it like its going out of style. Keep blogging I have enjoyed all your posts thus far.