What to do if your crush gets you a gift and you don’t, according to ChatGPT. These are some ideas to consider if you didn’t get them a gift.
Immediate Response:
- Show Genuine Gratitude: Thank them sincerely and warmly. Make sure they feel appreciated for their thoughtfulness.
Example: “Wow, this is so thoughtful! You just made my day!”
“Thank you, but you really didn’t have to get me one,” said senior Katerin Presa. - Compliment Their Choice: If the gift is something specific, let them know you appreciate the thought behind it.
Example: “This is perfect—I can tell you put thought into it!”
“I’m sorry I didn’t get you something, and I will get them something later,” said senior Valeria Rodriguez. - Give a Meaningful Compliment Back: A heartfelt compliment about them can balance the moment and show you care, even if you’re caught off guard.
If You Want to Reciprocate:
- Create a Personalized DIY Gift:
- Bake cookies or make hot cocoa mix in a jar.
- Write them a heartfelt note or card expressing your gratitude and how much their gift meant to you.
- Get Them a Small, Thoughtful Gift:
- Think of something they’d enjoy—like their favorite snacks, a cozy scarf, or a book in their favorite genre.
- A gift card to their favorite coffee shop is easy and always appreciated.
- Suggest a Shared Experience:
- Invite them for a coffee, hot chocolate, or ice skating as a “thank you” for their gift. This could open the door for more personal connections.
If Shopping Time is Tight:
- Re-Gift Thoughtfully: If you have something new and unused that you know they’d love, consider giving it a new home. Make sure it’s something meaningful to avoid it feeling impersonal.
- Give the Gift of Time: Offer to help with something they need, like tutoring, errands, or a fun hangout. Your time and attention can be just as meaningful as a physical gift.
Creative and Last-Minute Ideas:
- Write Them a Poem or Note: Express your appreciation or admiration in a personal and unique way that shows effort without requiring a store-bought gift.
- Create a Playlist: Share a custom playlist with songs that remind you of them or reflect the holiday season—it’s a thoughtful, personalized gesture.
You can be surprised, but don’t get overly dramatic.
“Realistically, that would never happen. I’d be the one giving him a gift, and he wouldn’t have one for me! But I would probably get super sad, feel bad, and ask what he wants,” said teacher Mrs. O’Malley.
