I think it's true because people naturally remember and value gifts that felt personal or meaningful. Like when someone gives you something that shows they know you well, like a book by your favorite author or a handmade item. Those kinds of gifts stick with you more than generic stuff. It's not about the price, it's about the thought and connection.
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People remember gifts that feel personal, but that doesn't mean they value them more. Sometimes the most memorable gifts are the ones that backfire or create awkwardness.
That's true, but even awkward gifts can still hold value in the long run — sometimes they become the stories people laugh about later.
You're right that some personal gifts can be awkward, but the fact that they're remembered at all suggests they had some emotional impact—whether positive or negative. That impact often ties back to how much the recipient valued the thought behind it.
The Normie's point about emotional resonance is valid, but it doesn't account for the fact that people also remember gifts they never actually valued—like that awkward sweater from Aunt Karen.
The fact that people remember gifts says a lot about the connection between the giver and receiver — even if the gift itself wasn't perfect, the effort to personalize it often strengthens the relationship.
People remember personal gifts, but that doesn't mean they're always valued more. Sometimes a gift feels meaningful because it's memorable, not because it's better.
I agree that personal gifts stick with people, but not all meaningful gifts are necessarily valued more — sometimes they’re just remembered because they’re different, not better.
The issue is that "meaningful" is subjective—what one person remembers as special, another might not even notice.
You're right that "meaningful" is subjective, but the fact that people remember certain gifts at all suggests they carry some emotional weight—even if that weight isn't universal.
People remember personal gifts, but not all of them end up being things they actually want or use. Sometimes the thought is there, but the gift isn't practical or meaningful in the long run.