A Gift Guide For Stressed People Giving To Other Stressed People


'Tis the season you guys! It's time to jingle those bells, rock around the tree, and kiss under the mistletoe. It's also time for gift giving. Are you dreading gift shopping? Me too. Choosing the right gift for people can be very overwhelming. That's why I created this post. I packed it full of a ton of great gift ideas for everyone on your list. Each gift was selected because it can help to balance your mental health and well-being. Why not spread a little mental health awareness while spreading holiday cheer? Encourage the ones you love to turn inward and focus on themselves. There is no greater gift than understanding, compassion and support, and I think these gifts communicate that message.

 I hope you enjoy the list and get a lot of use out of it. I also hope that it provides you with inspiration. I made shopping super easy by linking each gift to where you can find it online. Prices reflect the price at the time that I wrote this post. They are subject to change.

Please don't forget to take care of yourself this holiday season. Taking good care of yourself will keep your season merry and your spirits bright.

This is a season for love and gratitude. I want to take a moment to tell you how thankful I am for you. I am so glad that you are here reading my teeny blog. It truly means the world to me. Thank you and Happy Holidays!


1. Subscription Services

 Why not give the gift that keeps on giving? A monthly subscription will be a fun surprise each month for the lucky recipient. You can pay month-to-month, or many companies offer 3, 6 or 12 month payments to make gift giving even easier.
  • Therabox- The ultimate self-care box that contains 6-8 full sized wellness products to improve your life and boost joy. $34.99/month
  • Sipsby- Personalized tea subscription box that delivers four different brands/kinds of tea, enough for 15 cups, monthly. $45.00/for 3 months
  • Calm- The #1 meditation app that teaches meditation, helps with sleep issues, offers how-to videos and so much more. Give the gift of mindfulness and relaxation. Each Calm gift card unlocks a year's subscription to Calm Premium with unlimited access to Calm's always growing library. $69.99/for 1 year
  • Yogi Surprise- A monthly subscription box "brimming with inspiration and beauty curated with love, affection and commitment to providing you with all the tools you need to support your yogic lifestyle". $121.00/for 3 months
  • FWFG Membership- Yoga with Adriene on You Tube is my jam. Her Find What Feels Good Membership is such a great gift. The recipient will have access to over 600 exclusive videos, premium courses that teach things like meditation, and yoga practises for all levels of experience. Adriene even uploads special vlogs for members. New videos are added every week! Membership fees help keep the Yoga with Adriene channel up and running so that everyone has access to free yoga. $9.99/monthly with a 7-day free trial.

2. Gifts That Spark Creativity

Give the gift of creativity with these fun gifts. Being creative is such a great way to deal with stress, depression, anxiety or anything else bothering you. These are all great outlets for that yucky, negative energy.
  • Original Buddha Board- Paint on the surface with water and watch your creation come to life. As the water evaporates, your picture disappears, leaving behind a clean slate. Master the art of letting go and live for the moment. $34.95
  • Adult Coloring Book Gift Set- Includes everything you need to get coloring. 60 colored pencils, 120 color gel pens and an adult coloring book with 50 illustrations. $27.99
  • Happy Little Accidents Game- Let Bob Ross help you and your friends celebrate your creativity with this fun party game. You will transform doodles into beautiful works of art. $16.69
  • Paint By Numbers Set- Yes you can recreate a perfect version of Van Gogh's "Starry Night" with this set! Includes a wooden framed canvas, wooden easel, 3 paintbrushes, 2 wall hooks and an acrylic paint set. $19.45
  • The Big Activity Book For Anxious People- An activity book that is part journal, part coloring book, part coping mechanism, and part compendium of soothing facts. A fantastic outlet for anxiety. $9.99

3. Books For Everyone

Who doesn't love a good book? These selections will help the recipient discover ways to handle their woes, practice self-care and even help them laugh a little.

4. Journals To Unload and Contain Thoughts

Everyone could use a place to tell their story. To unload their grievances after a long day or share their triumphs. Journaling is very therapeutic and if done daily can really help balance your mental health. These are great choices and are much more fun than a plain old composition notebook. 
  • "The Empath's Empowerment Journal" by Judith Orloff, MD is a self-care companion that gives you the chance to work and play with understanding your empathic nature. $12.49
  • "Q&A a Day: 5 Year Journal" by Potter Gift will show you what was going through your head each day-for five years of your life! $10.99
  • "Let That Sh*t Go" by Monica Sweeney is a journal for leaving your bullshit behind and creating a happy life. $8.99
  • "Tiny Buddah's Worry Journal" by Lori Deschene gives you a creative way to let go of anxiety and find peace. $13.45
  • "Start Where You Are" by Meera Lee Patel is an interactive journal designed to help nurture your creativity, mindfulness and self-motivation. $14.40

5. Beauty Gifts to Soothe Souls

Sometimes indulging in a little decadent self-care is just what you need to feel better. These beauty gifts are gorgeous and indulgent and will make excellent additions to anyone's self-care practice.
  • Little Shop of Oils Anxiety Sucks Essential Oil Roll-On- A gorgeous roller ball bottle containing essential oils in lavender, vetiver and chamomile fragrances. The roller ball is a Smoky Quartz crystal which is known for its grounding and balancing properties. The essential oil is infused with calming and grounding lavender and rose sprigs to calm the mind and body. $24.00
  • Origins Peace of Mind On-the-Spot Relief- A mind clearing formula that melts away tension, pressure and tightness. Some key ingredients are peppermint, rosemary and rose water. $15.00
  • Good Day Chocolate Supplement in Calm- A delicious chocolate treat that is infused with amino acids, L-theanine and Chamomile Flower Extract. Just two chocolates will have you feeling fine. Also available in a CBD version. $23.99
  • Dr. Teal's Gift Sets- These are available in a variety of scents and price points. My favorite is the Epsom Salt Lavender Gift Set. I am obsessed with the lavender scent of these products. It is so calming and the products are so effective. $30.00
  • Hope Fragrances- Inspired by the creator's mother, Hope, the fragrance is blooming with Hope's favorite flowers tuberose, gardenia and jasmine. All proceeds from net profits of the products are donated to help discover new treatments and prevention methods for depression at the Hope for Depression Research Foundation. The Eau de Parfum Purse Spray makes the perfect gift. $55.00

6. Other Great Gifts

These gifts are awesome even if they don't fit into a specific category. Each is fun and thoughtful and is sure to be loved.
  • Tranql Lavender Scented Weighted Blanket- This is 15 lbs of delicious lavender scented heaven. Queen sized, and filled with 150 grams of dried lavender. $85.99
  • Sending Good Vibes Gift Set- A gorgeous, quick gift. Contains everything needed for your recipient to bask in good vibes. Includes a scented candle, soap, lip balm, matchbox, bath bomb, body butter, body spray and a personalized message. It's all beautifully boxed and ready for giving. $39.20
  • Chill Out Kit- The ultimate in self-care gifts. Contains 7 anxiety busting products to soothe your stress away. Includes an adult coloring book, colored pencils, a hooded neck pillow, blackout eye mask, lavender scented candle and soap, stress toy and head massager. Comes packed into a gift box. $74.99
  • Dammit Doll- Stress relieving dolls that come in a bunch of different versions and prices. From the orange troll in the white house to Santa you are sure to find a doll to take your frustration out on. Squish it, slam it, hit it and throw it against the wall. The Dammit Doll is ready to absorb your stress and anger and help you feel at ease. My favorite, The President Doll, is $18.87
  • Origins Good Hug Stress Relieving Shoulder Wrap- Contains a blend of peppermint, eucalyptus and lavender essential oils to soothe your neck, back and shoulders. It's a great way to send someone a hug. $57.80
  • Aroma Dough Therapy Dough- Dough that is infused with therapeutic grade lavender and jasmine essential oils. Helps to manage stress, soothe the senses and keep hands busy. $14.95

7. If All Else Fails

If all of these gift ideas aren't working for you, my last idea is to head over to Groupon.com and look for an experience gift. Some ideas I found on my local Groupon site were mani/pedis, massages, concerts, wine tours, dining, skydiving, ballroom dance classes and murder mystery events. The possibilities are truly endless.


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