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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-59847198-7fff-a91f-849a-91b255cf2d40">Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and it's time to start thinking about the perfect gift for your significant other, friend, or family member! </b></p>

<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">According to the <a href="https://nrf.com/media-center/press-releases/confident-consumers-and-broader-buying-lead-record-valentines-day" title="valentine's day gifts">National Retail Federation</a>, most people spend the most on jewelry on Valentine’s Day, not just cards and candy. While chocolates and flowers are always appreciated, why not switch things up this year with a gift that will bring joy long after the holiday has passed?</b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">The gift of reminiscing is the ultimate way to show your love and appreciation for your loved ones. </b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">Reminiscing is remembering and reflecting on past events and experiences which have positively impacted our mental and emotional well-being. Whether it's reliving childhood memories, revisiting old memories with a loved one, or simply reflecting on life experiences, reminiscing can bring happiness and nostalgia to our lives.</b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">Here are some top ideas for creating the ultimate gift of reminiscing!</b></p>
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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">A time capsule represents a particular moment you can <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/sharing-memories-5-unique-ways-you-havent-thought" title="valentine's day gifts">share</a> and look back on in the future. You can fill the time capsule with letters, photographs, medals, and more! Whether buried in the backyard or stored in a safe place, a time capsule is a meaningful and timeless gift that your significant other will cherish for years to come, preserving your love. </b></p>
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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">Remember the days of making mix tapes for your crush? Well, you can bring that tradition back with a modern twist. Compile a playlist of songs that are special to both of you or <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/tapping-memories-music" title="valentine's day gifts">bring back memories</a> of your <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/why-you-prefer-nostalgic-songs-your-teenage-years" title="valentine's day gifts">past</a>. This gift will provide a unique soundtrack for your life together. Science shows how music can <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0305735619888803" title="valentine's day gifts">transport</a> you back to the sights and sounds of events throughout your life.</b></p>
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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">If you're looking for a unique and fun way to capture memories, a polaroid camera is a great choice. These cameras provide instant gratification with a tangible print that can be added to a scrapbook or on the fridge! This is a great way to create a collection of candid and spontaneous moments you <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/how-relive-memory" title="valentine's day gifts">can look back</a> on in the future.</b></p>
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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa"><a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/7-fun-ways-connect-family-during-holidays" title="valentine's day gifts">Board games</a> are a classic form of entertainment and can bring back childhood memories. From classics like <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Monopoly/s?k=Monopoly" title="valentine's day gifts">Monopoly</a> or new finds like <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=settlers+of+catan&amp;crid=L43724YU7PXM&amp;sprefix=settlers+of+ca%2Caps%2C213&amp;ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_14" title="valentine's day gifts">Settlers of Catan</a>, board games provide a fun and interactive way to spend time together, allowing you to create new memories and strengthen your bond as a couple.</b></p>
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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">Everyone loves a sweet treat, and a hamper of nostalgic sweets is sure to bring back childhood memories. It could be a jar of boiled sweets, a box of chocolate bars, or candied yams. Research indicates that <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/scent-memory-and-proust-effect" title="valentine's day gifts">scents trigger long-ago memories</a>! Smells that evoke happy autobiographical memories can <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5039451/" title="valentine's day gifts">increase positive emotions</a> and <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5039451/" title="valentine's day gifts">diminish negative moods</a>.</b></p>
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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">Creating a movie night basket is a fun and thoughtful way to bring back memories of your past. Fill a basket with your favorite movies, popcorn, sweets, and drinks, providing a fun and relaxed evening to spend together, reminiscing about your past.</b></p>
<h2 dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">7. A Life Stories Book</b></h2>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">With My Stories Matter, you can create a custom <a href="https://book.mystoriesmatter.com/" title="valentine's day gifts">Life Stories Book</a> <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/how-create-memory-book%C2%A0" title="valentine's day gifts">tailored to your relationship</a>, personalizing every aspect, from the cover to the pages. You can include memories from your first date, first trip together, special events, or everyday moments that mean the world to you. </b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa"> According to <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/curiosity/best-holiday-gifts-and-gifting-stats/" title="valentine's day gifts">polls</a>, 71% of respondents believe that "it's the thought that counts" when it comes to gifting. What says “I’m thinking of you” more than a Life Stories Book tailored specifically for them? </b></p>
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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">While there are many modern gifts to choose from, some of the best gifts to give on Valentine's Day bring back memories of the past. These gifts are not just ordinary presents; they are personal and sentimental and evoke happiness, joy, and love. Nostalgic gifts are great to show your loved ones how much you care by returning them to the memories they cherish. </b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-25065853-7fff-0c37-9a70-b938922a67aa">For more ideas on preserving special memories or connecting with a loved one, <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/" title="valentine's day gifts">sign up for free</a> at My Stories Matter! </b></p>


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<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Have you ever asked yourself what would have happened if you had kept in touch with a particular person, asking that powerful question: “What if?” </b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">After all, in one major study, the <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/top-5-regrets-dying-and-how-avoid-them" title="reach out">4th regret of passing away is</a>: “I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends.” </b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">It’s essential to keep those connections alive, even if it means getting past the initial awkwardness of reaching out. Even as the holidays dwindle, it’s never too late!</b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">So today, My Stories Matter gives you four quick, creative ways to reach out to an old family member or friend.</b></p>
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<h2 dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Try Snail Mail</b></h2>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Handwritten notes, a letter, or a card are much appreciated and are more meaningful than texts, even if it’s brief or homemade. </b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">In the age of social media, this is more true than ever. Taking the time to write a letter shows that person how much you mean to them.</b></p>
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<h2 dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Initiate a Virtual Gathering </b></h2>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Especially if that person lives on the other side of the world, initiating a virtual get-together is a low-key, great way to reconnect. </b></p>
<p><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Your reunion can be a brunch, happy hour, game, or movie night. Or start a remote book club where you can discover a new author or genre together. </b></p>
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<h2 dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Share Recipes and Cook.</b></h2>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Cooking together can be a great bonding activity where you can recreate your favorite dishes. </b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Smells you remember invoke<a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/scent-memory-and-proust-effect" title="reach out"> those long-lost, treasured memories</a>. </b></p>
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<h2 dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Send them a Song </b></h2>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Is there a song that makes you think of them or that you both used to listen to? Creating a collaborative playlist that you can add to is another excellent way to reconnect. </b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">It shows that they are still in your mind and heart in a touching way. <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/tapping-memories-music" title="reach out">Music also stirs memories</a>; you can <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog/why-you-prefer-nostalgic-songs-your-teenage-years" title="reach out">share nostalgic songs</a>. </b></p>
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<h2 dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Stay Connected to Family and Friends with My Stories Matter</b></h2>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5"><a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog" title="reach out">My Stories Matter</a> lets you collaborate in myriad ways, such as musically, with photos, written entries, and more! Only you and that person can reminisce in peace and privacy.</b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5"><a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog" title="reach out">My Stories Matter</a> reminds your loved one about events that shaped you both into who you are by stirring memories and utilizing the power of storytelling. </b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5">Whether it’s helping your grandparent recall an old memory or a friend about a college experience, <a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/blog" title="reach out">My Stories Matter</a> brings people together, closing the time gap.  </b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-eb4d0b11-7fff-cdf5-491b-71152491aef5"><a href="https://www.mystoriesmatter.com/" title="reach out">Sign up</a> today for free! </b></p>


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