Most people smile when they think of holiday traditions. They feel a sense of anticipation and nostalgia. We can almost taste the special food, smell the candles, and hear...

Western children now have more toys, possessions, and games than ever before. Australia is one of the countries with the highest per-child average spend on toys. In order to...

A natural human emotion, disappointment, is what happens after a perceived failure. This perceived failure may be the result of not receiving a toy, not being invited to a...

Some people say that appearances can deceive. They might be right in the case of giving gifts. In the U.S., consumers spend billions of dollars per year wrapping presents...

Imagine a scene of giddy children opening presents, parents observing the chaos in their once tidy homes, and relatives who are disgruntled muttering into a third glass of...

Christmas is a season of relaxation, celebration, and gift-giving. The process of choosing gifts can be stressful and cause anxiety. A wrong gift may do more harm than good...

The holiday season marks the peak of consumerism in the West. This Christmas, the frenzy of spending will not be dampened by the COVID-19 recession. A consumer...

Shopping for gifts during the holidays can be stressful. It could be the stress of an overcrowded mall, the difficulty of choosing the perfect gift, the frustration of delivery...

Valentine’s Day can be a stressful time for many couples. According to research, romantic relationships tend to end around or on February 14, compared to other times of...