Have you ever wondered why giving a gift feels so good? There's a scientific explanation, after all. Read on to know details. You know that feeling.
The one you get when you find the absolute perfect present for someone you love. That feeling just might be even better than getting a present yourself. This warm and fuzzy sensation is the magic of giving gifts.
This isn't just an idea either – there's science behind it. We've all heard the phrase "It's better to give than to receive." But have you ever thought about why it rings so true for so many? Why Giving Gifts Brings More Happiness Than Receiving Think back to a time you received a gift that really wowed you.
Remember that initial rush of excitement? The problem is, that those positive feelings tend to fade over time, a common psychological phenomenon called hedonic adaptation. In essence, we adjust to even the best things in life. We get used to them, and that initial joy lessens as we seek the next new thing.
This applies to everything from that brand-new tech gadget to a luxurious vacation. But there's good news. Giving gifts turns out to be a different story.
The joy we experience from giving the perfect present doesn’t seem to fade in the same way. Why is that? Well, two researchers named Ed O’Brien and Samantha Kassirer wanted to find out. Giving vs Receiving: A Scientific Look At Giving Gifts Happiness O’Brien and Kassirer conducted a few different experiments to see if giving leads to longer-lasting happin.