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Photo : TommyStockProject ( Shutterstock ) The subreddit r/GiftIdeas is a gold mine not just for gift ideas, but also for drama. There’s the mother-in-law who rejects every gift , but also rejects the idea of not giving gifts. The “somewhat unpleasant” brother-in-law . The posts that start with “unfortunately, I must still get this asshole a gift.” If you, too, have a somewhat unpleasant giftee in your life, Redditors have suggestions for you. donations “Do a donation in his name, that way he actually gets nothing,” one redditor wrote. This is probably the most diplomatic solution, no matter the person or the issue that you have with them. There are two ways to choose the charity. One is to find something that speaks to the recipient’s interests, so at least it feels like a personalized or relevant gift, even if they’re not happy about it. To quote the same redditor: “Oh you like work in computers so I donated $50 in your name to this organization in your city that teaches kid...

Photo : pixelheadphoto digitalskillet ( Shutterstock ) It should be no surprise that “gaslighting” was Merriam-Webster’s word of the year for 2022 . In everything from politics to toxic celebrity news to our own relationships , the act of gaslighting abounds. And sometimes— often without meaning to— even parents can be known to gaslight their kids. If you have ever told your crying child that they’re “OK ” (when they sure don’t seem to be), you might be guilty of this too. Psychiatrist and parent coach Jess Beachkofsky helps us learn how to spot and, most importantly, stop this harmful parenting practice. What is “true” gaslighting? In case you’ve been spared or you haven’t spotted it yet, when someone is gaslighting you , they are purposely trying to mislead and manipulate you by making you doubt yourself. In a fight with a gaslighter, they might say, “I never said that!” when you’re pretty sure they did. They might turn the argument around and make it about you and yo...

Photo : TommyStockProject ( Shutterstock ) You may not be able to bring real flowers to someone in the hospital, but you can bring a blanket. Obviously, hospitals have their own blankets, and you might think that they’re special, sterilized,, and nonnegotiable... but check in with your loved one’s care team and you’re almost sure to find that they have no problem with you bringing a clean, cozy blanket to help your patient feel comfier. https://www.tausiinsider.com/14-of-the-best-gifts-for-someone-in-the-hospital/?feed_id=328160&_unique_id=641bf18e1b6f7

Photo : Val Shevchenko ( Shutterstock ) During an argument, you might feel that you need help from a family member or friend to help find some middle ground with your partner. While asking for support from a third party might sound like a good idea, it can also be a sign of triangulation, which is a form of emotional manipulation. “Triangulation is a three-person interaction that a person didn’t consent to. Essentially, it is when your partner introduces another person into your relationship dynamic to help them achieve some objective of their own,” Dr. Sarah E. Hill , a psychologist and professor on dating, tells TausiInsider. “Usually, it occurs when one partner is trying to manipulate the other into behaving in some way that is advantageous for their own ends.” Why triangulation is detrimental to relationships No one likes to feel like a third wheel in their relationship, and triangulation amps up that icky feeling tenfold. “Intimacy is created through the couple shar...

Photo : BearFotos ( Shutterstock ) Well, well, well. The hour is nigh, and you’re in need of a last-minute gift. It’s too late for even the fastest online delivery, and most viable in-person store options are already closed. All that’s left to do is invent an excuse to get out of the house and proceed to sprint to your local 24-hour drug store. Like a chef turning baskets of mystery ingredients into a three-course meal on Chopped , this category of gifts is all about your innovation. Here are some of our ideas for themed collections, but you can customize at your convenience. Movie night : Popcorn. Funky popcorn toppings . Candy. Hot chocolate. Fuzzy socks. A little slip of paper with your Netflix login. You can’t go wrong with a cozy movie-night theme. Treat yo’ self : Think spa day materials, like face masks, nail polish, and bath bombs. Throw in a candle to help set the pampering vibe. Health and wellness : Browse around for gummy vitamins, supplements, protein powder, and what...