Choosing the right gift is not an easy task. At the same time, not everyone knows that some things cannot be given at all for a birthday. And what surprises should be avoided and why, folk beliefs will tell. 
Kitchen utensils, including small household appliances, are not the best option for a gift
What gifts shouldn't you give a man?
Superstitious people say that you shouldn't give your husband socks for his birthday. There is an opinion that such a present predicts a long journey and parting. And if the spouse puts on this gift, he can leave his home forever.
Another item of men's wardrobe that is highly discouraged to present as a souvenir is a tie. Signs claim that it is impossible to give it to a boyfriend for his birthday, as it is perceived as a hint to enter into an intimate relationship. For this reason, signs are advised to present such a present only to a really close and loved one.
What cannot be given for a birthday to a woman or girl?
If we talk about what you can't give a woman for her birthday, then in this case there are much more prohibitions.
- Kitchen utensils, including small household appliances, are not the best option for a gift. Signs are extremely not advised to present such a surprise to your beloved. First of all, this belief is based on the fact that such devices are not capable of being a personal gift, since they are intended specifically for the kitchen. In addition, according to popular belief, they predict quarrels and conflicts in the family.
- Don’t give women mirrors. People say that life is reflected in them the other way around, therefore, such a gift can seriously harm – turn the successful course of current events, replacing it with a black stripe that will be filled with failures.
- According to the legends that came to us from Greece, the fair sex should not be presented with pearls. According to an ancient legend, these beautiful shiny stones are the tears of sea nymphs. It is easy to guess that the signs in this case prophesy bitter tears to the new owner of the bright jewelry.
- Dried and artificial flowers are considered dead, and therefore it is highly discouraged to give them for birthday. Signs say that such a present will literally stop a woman's life, make her boring and dull.
You shouldn't give your friends slippers and towels
Forbidden gifts for everyone
There are curious superstitions that tell you what gifts should not be given to absolutely everyone.
- Stabbing and cutting objects are symbols of conflict. According to signs, they bring quarrels, misunderstandings with them to the house and, in general, can ruin family relationships. For this reason, it is better to refuse to present such gifts as knives, scissors, forks, razors and various collectible sabers.
- Even in ancient times, there was a belief: to give a watch – to invite the birthday person to the burial. It is believed that this gift will count down the days until the death of a person, significantly reducing the time that was originally allotted to him.
- You should not give your friends slippers and towels. These gifts symbolize separation, and therefore, if you present them for your birthday to a loved one, he may think that you no longer want to communicate with him.
- Signs are not advised to give a scarf, as it predicts trouble for the birthday boy. These can be domestic quarrels and serious illnesses.
- Any item that should contain something, such as a wallet, jewelry box, suitcase or bag, should not be empty. Otherwise, according to the signs, the donated item will always be empty. If you donate a wallet, put a bill in it, any jewelry can be in the box, even inexpensive, and in the bag there is a small talisman in the form of a soft toy or a do-it-yourself amulet for good luck.
- A gift such as a pectoral cross should come to a person only on the day of his christening. If you give it as a birthday present, then, according to signs, it promises a hectic life full of worries and fears.
- People say that handkerchiefs presented for a birthday predict tears for the birthday boy. In addition, they are considered heralds of treason, betrayal and separation.
- But giving glasses is not recommended for the reason that they will bring trouble to the one who gives them. According to the omen, this person runs the risk of being under the gaze of the birthday man for a long time.
- Chinese porcelain dolls are considered not the most successful gifts. They are quite sought after by collectors, however it is better for people to purchase them on their own. An ancient legend says that these dolls were always made in the image of a particular person. It turns out that by giving it, you bring a stranger into the house, whose intentions will not always be good.
- A rather gloomy omen is associated with such a gift as a flower in a pot. Superstitious people claim that such a present attracts illness and other troubles to the house. It is especially not recommended to make such a gift to a person who is unwell during this period. This is considered a sign that you want him to 'grow into the ground'.
- It is extremely undesirable to give personal hygiene products for a birthday: shampoos, shower gels, balms, etc. According to popular belief, such gifts can 'wash away' positive energy from the birthday person and bring him a lot of grief and tears in return.
- They don't give empty dishes for birthday. People say that it promises a significant deterioration in the financial situation, poverty and hunger.
So that the 'forbidden' gift does not cause trouble for the birthday man, you should ask for a coin for it. It is believed that in this case you are no longer giving the thing, but selling it. As a result, the negative charge is removed from it.
Why you can't give gifts
It is worth mentioning separately why gifts cannot be redistributed. The fact is that being with a person, an object is saturated with a certain energy. At some point, this thing can accumulate a lot of negativity, which you will bring to the birthday person's house along with a present.
When choosing a gift, try to connect your imagination. This is actually a very fun process, especially if you move away from stereotyped presentations. And do not forget to take into account the preferences of the birthday person – this way you show him that he is really dear to you.
