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Men often have a reputation for being bad at gift-giving.
Whether thats entirely fair is debatable, but thisRedditorshusband didnt do much to challenge the stereotype.
For years, he barely put effort into special occasions.
Understandably, his wife was devastated.
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Its a gut punch, not to mention pretty humiliating.
But it raises a bigger question: Why do gifts matter so much to us?
And why do we feel so hurt when we receive bad ones?
Disappointment is a part of life, and gifts are no exception.
After all, gifts are meant to be a thoughtful gesturean expression of care, love, or appreciation.
And thats exactly why receiving a bad gift can sting so much.
Do they care enough to try?
On top of that, theres often pressure to pretend were happy with a disappointing gift.
However, when a giftdoeshit the mark, it leaves a lasting impact.
It can make us feel seen, valued, and connected.
Theright presentcan create meaningful memories, strengthen relationships, and become something we treasure for years.
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