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GIFT GUIDE: what to gift someone who's had a tough year this Christmas.

The past 19 months have been a scary and difficult time, which has meant for many of us the festive season has changed dramatically. Whether it’s due to bereavement or quarantining, a lot of us are having a very different Christmas to the one we were used to. 

Want to show someone you care about them, even though you can’t physically be with them? Here’s a list of our top 5 Christmas gift ideas.... 

1. A handwritten letter 

  • There’s nothing more personal than a handwritten letter, tell your loved one about everything you’ve been up to. Include words of encouragement and reassurance that things will be okay. 
  • Feeling creative? Put some pressed flowers in the letter too, it’ll brighten up their day and their living space. Not sure how to make them? Click here. 

2. Meal Voucher 

  • If your loved one isn’t isolating, send them the gift of a hot cooked meal! 
  • It’s an opportunity for them to try a new place or even a voucher for their favourite local, it’s a great way to let them know you’re thinking of them.  

3. A personalised playlist 

  • If your budget is tight this Christmas, why not make them a personalised playlist? 
    • Include all your favourite tunes and make them think of happier times and hopefully provide them with some comfort that the happier times will return.  
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4. Video message from friends and family 

  • Can’t get all your loved ones in one place due to Covid restrictions?  
  • How about recording a video message from all the friends and family to send to them. It may help them feel closer to family at this time. 

5. Send them a curated gift from Brown Paper Packages! 

  • Our Well-being care package shows them that you’re thinking of them and will provide them with helpful gifts to ease a difficult period in their life. Whether you want to send a gift box to friends, family or want something more festive? 

These are just a few ideas we have up our sleeves at Brown Paper packages on how to help a loved one struggling this Christmas. Tag us on social media with how you’ve provided a #lifelift to someone you care about.  

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