Do you freeze when someone asks you what you want for Christmas?
Let us walk you through the best way to answer.
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Gift giving is a tricky business.
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Thankfully, any awkwardness can quickly be thwarted if armed with the etiquette know-how to see you through.
Its a loaded question, no matter which way you look at it.
Even Santa requests a list to be certain he gets it right.
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For those who prefer to sleuth out the perfect gift themselves, Grumet assures thats acceptable too.
How Should You Respond if Someone Asks What You Want for Christmas?
For example, if you really want a new sweater, say exactly that, she advises.
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Exact links and specifics should be avoided, but leading with graciousness byaccepting the gestureis paramount.
Thank you so much.
Something on the top of my list is a new sweater!
It has been a cold winter so far!
If theres something you really want, say so, she says.
This will make the opening of the gift a surprise and show consideration to the gift giver.
How Should You Respond if You Dont Have Anything on Your Wish List?
If they are asking in the first place, they are probably looking for some help.
Another option that avoids the material is to request some facetime instead.
Share that theyre not obliged to offer a gift as theyre enough.
That being said, if theyre nearby, perhapshaving an in-person gatheringon the calendar is a great option.
Open [the gift] and celebrate the generous gesture that they just made, she says.
You will have the opportunity toget them a giftagain in the future.
