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Originally Posted by jencar98  I always joined because I love to shop and spoil someone, it was never about what gift(s) I received. Although, I am sure not receiving a box would be very disappointing. A big part of the stress for me was the time consumed with all of the details and expectations of others (or my perceived expectations of others).
The hint threads although fun for some, require a lot of time if you're to participate with all threads. When I didn't have time to participate on those threads, I felt like I was letting down the others. Then I would feel inadequate with a thank you thread containing a few pictures when others were making elaborate Smileboxes. So, I would make a video, purchase music, spend hours editing and get stressed out because I was taking too long and not getting my thank you posted in a timely manner. |
I hate that you have felt that way.
. They should be fun and not stressful. In my opinion, it doesn't matter if there is 50 pictures or 5 pictures. I think doing the basic Smilebox is just fine. As far as the hint threads, it is nice when there are lots of hints, however, I think it is just fine if there is not. I think we are putting too much on ourselves trying to make everything perfect. I think the goal needs to be to make it fun! Not strive for perfect. Just my opinion. Another thing I have thought would be good is a cap on the spending. That might take the pressure off on some as well. I know it s hard when gifts are homemade but maybe count them as what you would sell them for. Again, just my opinion.