#NEWSFLASH

Today I stand before you to argue a truth that has been misunderstood, oversimplified, and sometimes unfairly mocked—but a truth nonetheless: gifts are one of the truest, most powerful ways to a girl’s heart. Now, before anyone gasps, rolls their eyes, or prepares a rebuttal about materialism, let me be absolutely clear about what I mean by gifts. I am not talking about price tags, flashy excess, or empty gestures made out of obligation. I am talking about intentional giving—the kind of gift that says, “I see you. I know you. I thought about you.” Because at its core, a gift is never just an object. A gift is attention made tangible. A handwritten note tucked into a book. Her favorite snack on a bad day. A bracelet bought months ago because it reminded you of her laugh. A flower picked not because it was expensive, but because it was purple—and she loves purple. These are not things. These are messages. And here is why gifts matter so deeply: they prove effort. Words are easy. Promises are easy. Anyone can say, “I care.” But a gift requires time, memory, planning, and follow-through. It means you listened when she mentioned something casually weeks ago. It means you remembered a date that mattered to her. It means you acted, not just spoke. In a world where attention is divided and distractions are endless, effort stands out. Gifts say, “You were worth my time.” And let’s talk about emotional language. Everyone expresses and receives love differently, but for many girls, gifts are not about ownership—they are about connection. A gift becomes a symbol. It carries a story. Long after the moment has passed, it still whispers, “Someone cared enough to choose this for me.” That is powerful. A gift can turn an ordinary day into a memory. It can soften a hard moment. It can say “I’m sorry” when words fail, and “I believe in you” when doubt creeps in. And no—this does not mean constant buying or grand gestures. In fact, the most meaningful gifts are often the simplest ones, because they are rooted in understanding, not extravagance. Anyone can spend money. But not everyone can give meaning. So when we say gifts are the way to a girl’s heart, what we’re really saying is this: Thoughtfulness is the way. Consistency is the way. Intentional care is the way. A gift is just the vehicle. It is proof that you noticed. Proof that you remembered. Proof that you showed up in a way that could be felt, held, and cherished. And that—more than charm, more than smooth words, more than empty promises—is what opens hearts and keeps them open. Because in the end, the most valuable thing you ever give isn’t the gift itself. It’s the feeling that comes with it. Thank you.