How to Accept a Terrible Gift
What do you do if you receive a gift that leaves you speechless, disgusted, or scratching your head in bewilderment? Ignore their terrible taste and politely accept their gift.
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You Will Need
- Smile
- Acting skills
- Politeness
- Communication skills
- Solution
Steps
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Step 1
Smile
Smile as you discover the terrible gift someone has actually spent money on.
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Step 2
Act
Act surprised, which will probably not be hard to accomplish.
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Keep smiling.
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Step 3
Talk
Talk about the unique features it has.
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Step 4
Thank them
Thank them politely for the gift they shockingly chose for you.
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Step 5
Change the subject
Change the subject or begin opening another gift.
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Step 6
Give hints
Give the gift giver hints for a gift you would enjoy the next time a gift exchange is about to occur.
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If you are comfortable, talk to the gift giver about their gift choice.
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Step 7
Declutter
Return, sell, donate, or regift the unwanted and unused gift and keep your home free of clutter.
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Approximately 59 percent of consumers keep unwanted gifts they plan on never using.
