50 Stress Relief Gifts for Anyone in Need of a Big Break

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If there is someone in your life who could use a stress relief gift, you’ve come to the right place. Unlike some other no-occasion gifts, though, which are often well-received, handing someone you care about a present specifically designed to minimize their anxiety may be perceived as passive-aggressive, so approach with caution. We believe the best way to offer a loved one something to put them at ease is with kindness. That said, it’s coming from a good place, and we can guarantee it will help tremendously.

From lavender-scented shower steamers to guided meditation tools, there are a lot (read: 50) of products that work to lower a rapid heart rate, encourage mindful breathing, and more. Plus, the great thing about most of these gifts is that they promote long-term stress relief, not just immediate help. No matter what you end up gifting your stressed-out pal, coworker, or even partner, you’re bound to see a majorly positive shift in their mindset. So, if you want to show how much you care, peruse our list below and see what speaks to you. Everything is designed to help, so you really can’t go wrong. Plus, you may even see a little something for yourself to make getting through a rough day better and easier.

Nothing, and we mean nothing, is more soothing than a heated massage. This one slides around your shoulders like a gym towel and provides the perfect amount of pressure to relieve any tension that's built up in the shoulders over the course of the day. The best part? The arms fold up, making this gadget super easy to store.

If the person you're shopping for likes the idea of a head massage but doesn't have anyone to give them one (or doesn't want to schlep to a spa), hand them one of these. It may look uncomfortable, but the spikes are made of silicone, so they are perfectly squishy.

We're kicking the list off with a classic stress-relieving product: a scented candle. This one smells of amber resin (a fossilized tree resin that gives it a woody vibe), sandalwood, and vanilla, so it's not a traditionally relaxing scent, like lavender or linen, but it does boast a very deep and, in our opinion, soothing fragrance that will instantly put anyone at ease.

Scent is an easy way to relieve stress, so get your particularly anxious friend a ceramic diffuser that infuses the air immediately above it with the natural fragrance from essential oils. They can mix a few together or focus on one at a time.

Most products are not one size fits all, but this one is. Stick it in the microwave and use it on your back, shoulders, neck, stomach, or anywhere else you could use some looser muscles. It's infused with lavender and flaxseed for added relaxing vibes.

Of course, if they're using it for tea (or any calming hot beverage), they'll need something pretty to drink from. Enter this YETI mug, which is both attractive and impressive: It can keep liquid hot for up to 10 hours.

There's no reason a stress ball can't be cute, right? We certainly think so, which is how this adorable foam cake ended up on our list. Squeeze it as hard as you can and watch the charming shape spring back up.

Coloring books are like puzzles in that they give you something to do with your hands and something to look at that doesn't come with a screen. These are fun activities to try before bed when you want to burn some creative energy at nighttime.

Yes, you can finally wear your favorite throw blanket at work. It goes on like a cardigan but feels like a blanket, and what could be better than that? Did we mention it has pockets?

The hardest part of meditating is keeping your mind from wandering. That's why guided meditations are a good introduction to the practice; there's literally someone telling you what to do and explaining how to gain control over your thoughts. Plus, this thing is just so cute. It lights up in a soft blue hue and speaks directly to you as you meditate, making the whole thing just a little easier to get through.

Some people love their candles so much that they don't want to burn them. If you have a friend who falls into that camp, get them a candle warmer, which lets them enjoy their candle's fragrance without melting the wax down. Plus, these nifty gadgets give off the most beautifully diffused light.

Shower steamers are really easy to use and have a big payoff: Simply place them in the corner of your shower where the stream can't hit it directly, and wait a few minutes. Once the shower fills with steam, the little disc will react by creating a fizzy effect, releasing all of the essential oils into the air. It's like taking a shower in the fanciest spa in the world.

Infused with jasmine, bergamot, and lavender with hints of sandalwood and amber, this linen spray does two things: de-wrinkle your pillowcases and relax someone instantly. It's a much-welcome riff on the brand's classic (and now discontinued) Wrinkle Release spray, and we're here for it.

You may be wondering how an alarm clock may relieve stress rather than cause it, but that's the magic of the Restore 2. First of all, the alarm part enlists two elements: a soothing, glowing light (in any color you can imagine) and a customizable soft sound, like Spanish guitar or birds chirping. As for the stress-relieving part, the programable nighttime routines include guided meditations and any type of calming auditory routine you can think of.

When you're stressed or anxious, your heart tends to beat a little faster than when you're feeling neutral. In such moments, weighted blankets are a good go-to to bring your heartrate back down to a healthy level. According to Penn Medicine, "The gentle pressure on your body provided by a weighted blanket can help to calm you by activating your parasympathetic nervous system, which lowers your heart rate when you're stressed."

If the recipient of your stress-relieving gift isn't one for snuggling under a blanket (weighted or otherwise), get them a hot water bottle, which is basically a heated stuffed animal that offers all of the literal warmth and cuddliness needed to ease someone's tension—even if it's just a little bit. It's a very traditional and easy approach to relaxing.

Of course, you can listen to anything on AirPods, but for anyone who could use something comforting, tell them to pop these in and turn on anything from guided meditations to spa-inspired music. After a few minutes, they'll feel so much better.

If the person you're shopping for gets headaches, wakes up puffy in the face, or just simply enjoys the cryo-effect, get them this set of refrigerated eye masks. One is meant to go over closed eyes, and the other works for open eyes, which is ideal for people who like to wake up, mask up, and do some work.

At the end of a long day, sliding into a warm bath is a must. The only downside? Once you're comfortably soaking, what do you do with yourself? If you have one of these expandable bath trays, you can read a book, light a candle, or even enjoy a glass of wine.

Remember in the early days of the pandemic when people wanted to kill time in ways that didn't involve a screen, so they turned to puzzles? Well, doing something with your hands and focusing your eyes on something without the blue light is a great way to relieve stress.

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