Whether you'll be shopping on Black Friday or not, you should have a game plan in place before hitting the mall for your Christmas shopping. Begin with a list of names of individuals you'll be buying gifts for. Set a limit how much you'll spend for each, and promise yourself you won't go beyond that limit.
Assess how much you will really need to spend for Christmas gifts. Don't be concerned about spending more for one person than you do for another. The gifts for individuals shouldn't be based on some kind of equilateral spending goal. It's really OK to spend more on one person than you do on another, as long as the gift is well-chosen.
While your son may want a playstation 3, your daughter might want luscious bath accessories. There will be a price difference, but the items will fit the recipients' wishes.
