The Spirit of Giving: Minimalist, Meaningful Gifts for the Holidays

How much is enough at the holidays?

In this solo episode of Care More Be Better, host Corinna Bellizzi reflects on the spirit of giving at Christmas and beyond: how we can shift from consumerism to connection, from “more stuff” to more meaning.

Drawing inspiration from her earlier interview with Stephanie Seferian, host of Sustainable Minimalists and author of Sustainable Minimalism, Corinna explores:

• The Four Gift Rule and Seven Gift Rule

• Why experiences and group gifts (like memberships or trips) often outlast toys

• Ideas for spreading gifts across the 12 Days of Christmas

• How minimalism and sustainability can deepen joy instead of limiting it

• Simple, family-friendly ways to give more intentionally—and waste less

Whether you’re already practicing minimalism or you’re just feeling overwhelmed by holiday “stuff,” this episode offers a gentler, more regenerative way to celebrate.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Interview with Stephanie Seferian, Sustainable Minimalists (check our archive for “Sustainable Minimalism with Stephanie Seferian”) https://caremorebebetter.com/forging-a-path-to-sustainable-minimalism-with-stephanie-seferian-author-of-sustainable-minimalism/

• Stephanie’s book: Sustainable Minimalism https://amzn.to/4983had

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