10 Christmas Gift Ideas Her

If you love a woman, you're probably in need of 10 Christmas gift ideas her. There are no truly new gifts under the sun. Even the year's most coveted gifts fall into familiar categories. No matter how cool it is, it's still just technology, entertainment or apparel. The trick to a really good gift is the the thought behind it. Here are great intangible gifts every woman craves and how to give them.

1. Solitude. A woman is often the foundation of her family, workplace or organization. Her work may be indispensable, but she's eventually going to need a break for her own sanity. Arrange a retreat for her at a convent, Ashram or secluded cabin. A few days away from responsibilities and caring for others will leave her recharged and ready to rule again.

2. Relaxation. A gift of a massage is more than a needed indulgence. Regular massage can lower stress, increase circulation and relieve tension, all of which can increase health exponentially when performed regularly. Give her a gift of a few months of massage therapy and watch what regular relaxation does for her health.

3. Communication. A cell phone is a gift idea that represents safety, immediacy and constant communication. Give her a phone and let her know her safety is as important to you as her entertainment. Buy her a phone with unlimited texting or other features and tell her she never has to feel alone.

4. Information. A gift of a computer, laptop or book reader is the gift of access to information. Giving her the gift of information tells her you value her mind, her education and the mark she'll make on the world.

5. Entertainment. Even the most devout workaholic has a hobby hidden somewhere in her back pocket. Ask the woman in your life what she does to relax, recharge or escape. Enable her to immerse herself in her hobby, and enjoy it with her if you can. 

6. Romance. Romance is in the details. So are gift ideas. Make her something that comes from your heart, mind or hands. Give her the gift of your regard and she'll know how much she means to you.

7. Nourishment. Share a meal with the woman in your life. Nurture her with food, drink and good conversation. Nourishment like this can be a meal in her favorite restaurant, a care package of your signature, homemade cookies or a meal you prepare yourself.

8. The unexpected. If you know your woman well, you'll be able to think of a gift idea for her that she'll never see coming. Buy a cooking fanatic a crazy kitchen tool. Buy a bacon of the month subscription for the woman who always steals the last slice. These are fun gifts ideas with a lot of inherent risk, but when they pay off, they do it with flair.

9. Style. Jewelry is a time-tested gift idea for good reason. It is beautiful, durable and valuable. Choose something that reminds you of her, underscores the relationship you have with her, and compliments her features. When you give your gift, tell her why you simply couldn't resist that piece for her.

10. Yourself. Time with a loved one can be the best gift idea of all, and a rare and precious one in this age of digital communication. Choose an activity you have enjoyed in the past or have thought about sharing. Make it a location or activity that will allow you to focus on each other. Good activities challenge you to work together and bring out your strengths and weaknesses. This might be as simple as sharing some quiet time in a walk along a canal or as elaborate as a volunteer mission to another country.