It may be hard to buy something for someone if you have no clue what they want or need. This list will give you some ideas for gifts to buy your friends or family members that may be struggling with their mental health, grief, or just everyday stress.
1. Give them a weighted blanket.
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Weighted blankets may help with anxiety and also help you sleep better! Check out this affordable weighted blanket here.
2. Get them some essential oils.
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Essential oils have many benefits, and one of which is stress relief! Even if it can't get rid of your stress completely, it certainly wouldn't hinder your mood. Oils such as lavender, jasmine, and rose are known to be some oils that can reduce anxiety as well!
3. Get them an essential oil bracelet or diffuser.
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This goes hand-in-hand with the gift of essential oils. This bracelet holds a spot where oils can be put in so the person gets the benefits of the essential oil for hours or even all day! The diffuser is perfect to make any room flourish with the calming scents of the oils.
4. Get them a northern lights projector.
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The calming movement of the lights is a great way to de-stress after a long day! You can get this projector here.
5. Write them a letter to read when they aren't feeling their best.
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Who doesn't like a heartfelt letter? Tell them to only open the letter when they need it so they won't know what's written inside it until they really come to need a mood booster.
6. Gift them something that gets them out of the house.
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Whether it be going to a concert, the zoo, painting class, or any activity they are interested in, they are sure to love it! Sometimes sitting around the house contributes to poor mental health, so getting out and having fun is a good option!
7. Create a "self-care" box for them.
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Fill the box with puzzles, stress balls, bath bombs, journals, coloring books, and so much more! This is a great de-stressor and can be filled will anything the person loves.
8. Get them a personalized journal to write their thoughts in.
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If the person you are thinking of likes to write out their thoughts, this is a great present to give them! Just search "personalized journals" on etsy.
9. Get them a coloring book.
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This gift is simple yet sweet! Coloring can help you unwind, and they even make adult coloring books too! You can find some adult coloring books here.
10. Give the gift of your presence.
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Nothing means more than a visit from a friend or family member, especially during the holday seasons!
