I really wish we had more of that culture. Unfortunately we've sort of bought (excuse the pun) into the idea that you have to give loads of presents as some sig

I really wish we had more of that culture. Unfortunately we've sort of bought (excuse the pun) into the idea that you have to give loads of presents as some sign of affection. In our case it isn't like the presents are all really expensive, it's literally the number of them that is the problem. I'd actually be happier if our families spent the same money but on fewer things. Like one decent present would be better than three pieces of plastic crap from the same person. My wife's extended family also really struggle with the idea that I would rather have consumable things (nice beers, a speciality cheese, a treat etc) than some random thing that they think I'll like. I'm no minimalist, but I really don't need or want more stuff in my life and would be far, far happier with something simpler and less permanant. I've been asked before what I would like for christmas, only to be asked to come up with something "better". So frustrating.