Instructions

• Step 1: Smile Smile as you discover the terrible gift someone has actually spent money on.
• Step 2: Act Act surprised, which will probably not be hard to accomplish.
• TIP: Keep smiling.
• Step 3: Talk Talk about the unique features it has.
• Step 4: Thank them Thank them politely for the gift they shockingly chose for you.
• Step 5: Change the subject Change the subject or begin opening another gift.
• 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.
• TIP: If you are comfortable, talk to the gift giver about their gift choice.
• Step 7: Declutter Return, sell, donate, or regift the unwanted and unused gift and keep your home free of clutter.
• FACT: Approximately 59 percent of consumers keep unwanted gifts they plan on never using.

You Will Need

• Smile
• Acting skills
• Politeness
• Communication skills
• Solution