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2. Come to Our Destination Wedding!

Author

Ehlers, Ivan

Subjects
*DESTINATION weddings, *HALLOWEEN parties, *GIFT giving, *ELECTRONIC funds transfers, *TYPHOID fever, *CHOLERA vaccines
Published
2024

6. The New Christmas Lists: And You Thought PowerPoint Presentations Couldn't Get Any Worse.

Author

Kapner, Suzanne

Subjects
*CHRISTMAS, *CREATIVE ability in children, *FAMILIES, *CREATIVE ability, *PARENTS, *WORRY, *GIFT giving
Abstract

Children are using their skills in presentation software, such as Google Slides and PowerPoint, to create detailed wish lists for Christmas. By creating slideshows and videos, kids are able to clearly communicate their desired gifts to their families. While some parents appreciate the creativity and presentation skills their children are developing, others worry that it may make kids appear entitled. Overall, these high-tech wish lists are becoming increasingly popular and are seen as a way for children to express their preferences and avoid receiving unwanted gifts. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2023

8. A WORLD OF GIFTS.

Author

Barnes, Courtney, Blanchard, Keith, Cheng, Lisa, Cooperman, Jackie, Gavan, Tim, Guerotto, Kelly Michèle, Haase, Ryan, Kronsberg, Matthew, and Medford, Sarah

Subjects
*GIFTS, *GIFT giving
Abstract

An introduction is presented that previews a section of the newspaper that discusses 50 gifts from countries outside the U.S. for the 2015 holiday season.

Published
2015

11. No Gifts, Please!

Author

Ariely, Dan

Subjects
*GIFTS, *BIRTHDAY parties, *GENEROSITY, *FAMILY relations, *PHYSICAL activity
Published
2018

12. BLAST OFF.

Author

O'Neill, Kristina

Subjects
*GIFT giving
Abstract

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various reports within the issue on topics including gift guide, an interview with the Mexican film maker Alejandro González Iñárritu, and reviews of British art dealer Nicholas Logsdail's retreat located in Lamu, Kenya for artists.

Published
2015

13. In Defense of Scrooge.

Author

LONG, ROB

Subjects
*SCROOGE, Ebenezer (Fictional character), *CHRISTMAS, *GIFT giving
Abstract

A humorous essay on the lessons of gift giving and gift receiving at Christmas imparted by the fictitious character Ebenezer Scrooge in the book "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, adapted from the book "The Christmas Virtues: A Treasury of Conservative Tales for the Holidays" by Rob Long, is presented.

Published
2015

14. Science of the Perfect Gift.

Author

WECHSLER LINDEN, DANA

Subjects
*GIFT giving, *GIFTS, *INTERPERSONAL relations, *GENEROSITY, *VALUE (Economics), *PSYCHOLOGY
Abstract

The article presents tips gleaned from psychological studies concerning gift-giving including giving loved ones gifts that reflect the nature of the gift-giver in order to create more closeness, being cautious when purchasing gifts for men, and not bundling an expensive gift with an item of lesser value.

Published
2015

15. How to Suppress Your Inner Scrooge.

Author

Fisman, Raymond and Luca, Michael

Subjects
*BEHAVIORAL economics, *ENDOWMENT effect (Economics), *GIFT giving, *HOLIDAYS
Published
2017

16. Psst: Gossip Can Be Good.

Author

Ariely, Dan

Subjects
*GOSSIP, *HUMAN behavior, *BOOK clubs (Discussion groups), *INTENTION, *BLOODY Marys (Cocktails)
Published
2017

25. Socially Responsible Gifts Are Great—Primarily for the Giver.

Author

CONSTABLE, SIMON

Subjects
*GIFT giving, *CHARITABLE giving
Abstract

The article offers the author's insights on the approach to socially responsible gifts which include charitable donations in the recipient's name and give away of box of chocolates.

Published
2015

27. What Economists Fail to See in the Act of Gift-Giving.

Author

KONNER, MELVIN

Subjects
*GIFT giving, *GIFTS, *PSYCHOLOGY, *SYMBOLISM
Abstract

The article focuses on economists views for the act of gift giving including role of gift in understanding of primitive economies, research related to spirit of giving, and idea of sentimental value.

Published
2015

29. When a Student Needs to Smell Correctly.

Author

ARIELY, DAN

Subjects
*BODY odor, *GIFT giving
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to various subjects, namely, how can a teacher handle a female community college student who smells very bad in class, the best way to give a guest speaker a gift he/she would truly love and appreciate, and the reason why people stop to pick up a dime fallen from their pocket but do not pick up a dime seen in the street.

Published
2014

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