How Not To React To a Bad Gift
- May 17, 2008
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Writer
BScott
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Director
Scott K Douglas
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Cinematographer
Scott K Douglas
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Editor
Scott K Douglas
- Actor Vivian Wu
- Actor Cintra Ramnarine
- Actor Patches
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Music
Edison Music Corp
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Voice Over Artist
Darcie Champagne
They say it’s the thought that counts. “They” must be the people who give lousy presents.
You Will Need
- 1 A disappointing gift
- 1 And a gift giver you can shame
- 1 An audience (optional)
Step 1: Ask what it is
Begin by dramatically asking, “What is this?” even if it’s patently obvious.
Step 2: Look disgusted
As the embarrassed gift giver explains what it is and why she thought it would suit you, maintain the expression of someone who has just stepped in dog doo.
Hold the offending item by your fingertips, as if you’re afraid of catching something.
Step 3: Ask for the receipt
Ask loudly, “You do still have the receipt, don’t you?” so no one doubts that you are going to rid yourself of this abomination as soon as possible.
Step 4: Toss it aside
Toss the gift aside, without bothering to re-box it, and open a new one with an eagerness that suggests you’re trying to rid yourself of the memory of the bad gift.
Step 5: Ask for cash
Let the gift giver know it would be better going forward if she sticks to cash or gift cards.
Step 6: Don't thank them
Don’t bother thanking the gift giver. You don’t want to encourage her.
Studies show college students consistently undervalue the cost of gifts they receive.
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Comments (6)
Wait...soooooo were not supposed to do these things? Its confusing
over 3 years ago by Juicy_Apple
not its not...
over 3 years ago by jessiebarre
YEA ALL THE STUFF ON THE VIDEO U SHOULDNT DO
about 1 year ago by Nerd_Ball
Do you have a link to the research? (Studies show college students consistently undervalue the cost of gifts they receive) Interesting!
about 1 year ago by natanz
You sure can.
over 2 years ago by Concardne
lol
7 months ago by Punkcrazy
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