This Is for You

<p><strong>The essential guide for gift-giving that makes our dearest feel loved and offers deep and lasting connection—from the author of the bestselling <em>Letters to My Grandchild</em> and creator of the “Letters to . . .” series</strong></p><p>Riddled with obligation, expense, and waste, gifts are often reduced in our consumeristic culture to products for purchase. We all want to give good gifts—but how?</p><p>In <em>This Is for You</em>, artist and bestselling author Lea Redmond casts a vision for gift-giving as you’ve never seen it before. At their best, she proposes, gift-giving and receiving are an opportunity to practice relational care at every scale for the wellbeing of people and planet.</p><p>“Gifts are relationships in miniature,” Redmond writes—a way to honor the spaces between us and practice the best of our humanity. Beyond the usual gift guide, <em>This Is for You </em>is a manifesto on open-hearted living that can enrich our relationships and awaken us to the world and its inherent abundance. </p><p>With inspired ideas and stories that sparkle, Redmond empowers you to be generous in your kinkeeping, courageous in your connection, and surprised by your own capacity for creativity. </p><p>Whether you’re searching for a great gift for a birthday, holiday, anniversary, wedding, or “just because,” <em>This Is for You</em> offers:</p><ul><li>Practical prompts for composing gift ideas your loved ones will cherish</li><li>Tips for surprises, wrapping, and wish lists that work</li><li>Creative ideas for keeping within your budget as well as no-cost gift ideas</li><li>Practical guidance on how to respond to an unwanted gift</li></ul><p><em>This Is for You</em> is delightfully illustrated with the author’s line drawings throughout.</p>