Two avid gift givers, Stacy and her behind-the-scenes right hand, Lauren, get real about Stacy’s Gift Well Guide and what gifting even means this year. Instead of endless lists and over-the-top hauls, this episode explores mindful giving, shifting values, and how community, creativity, and intention can make the season meaningful without draining your budget (or your joy). They talk hobbies, local makers, thoughtful experiences, budget-friendly ideas, and the real conversations many of us are having about spending less and connecting more.
0:00 | Meet Lauren + Gift Well Guide intro
2:30 | Shifting spending habits
5:15 | Community, local makers, and mindful buying
8:40 | Experiences over things
12:10 | Low-cost, meaningful gifting
15:20 | Intentional “treat yourself” moments
18:40 | Curated gift guide categories
22:00 | Budget-friendly picks
25:30 | Influencer overwhelm + opting out
28:45 | Teens, clutter, and buying less
32:15 | Resetting gifting expectations
34:50 | Abundance without excess
38:00 | Asking for what you want
40:15 | Wrapping up: gifting with heart
See Stacy's gift guides and show notes at realeverything.com
Find Stacy:
realeverything.com
instagram.com/realstacytoth
missionmakersart.com
missionalchemists.com
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