Gifts for Shy Men

Give a shy man a gift that will help him break out of his shell.

If you have a friend or a loved one who is shy, you may want to get him a gift that fits his quiet, introspective personality. A shy man does not want to feel that you are trying to change him. However, a gift that helps him break out of his shell could be useful and appreciated as long as it is tasteful and respectful.

Movable Library

Fill an old woven basket with hardcover books of your friend's favorite titles. You can mix in a few of his favorite magazines, a few of your favorite reads and even a rolled copy of his favorite newspaper. By stimulating his mind with intellectual and educational pursuits, this basket makes a great gift for a shy man who likes to relax, read and think through things.

Day at the Beach

Fill a beach bag with a volleyball, two towels, sunscreen, a Frisbee and a few snacks and bottles of water. Blindfold your friend or loved one and drive him to the beach for a day of fun, sun and quiet activities such as people watching. This gift works well if you live within driving distance of a beach, lake or other body of water.

Public Speaking Class

If you have a friend who has been wanting to improve his public speaking and his comfort level in front of crowds, consider purchasing a public speaking course for him to take at a local community college or university in your area. This is a thoughtful, useful gift, but should be considered carefully. Purchase this gift only if you have heard your friend express an interest in taking a public speaking course. Otherwise, this gift might offend him.

Photography or Art Class

Consider purchasing a photography or art class for a shy friend. Art allows a person to express himself without vocalizing anything, and this is especially the case for art formed on canvas or behind a lens. You also can purchase art or camera equipment and put together a "kit," depending on your budget.

References

• The Holiday Spot; Gift Ideas