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Know Someone Who Is Stressed AF? These Stress-Relief Gift Ideas Are for Them

They’re cheaper than a spa day.

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Stress is a normal part of life, but that doesn’t mean the people around you have to wallow in it. That’s why stress-relief gifts are a slam dunk. These gifts provide a little help for your friends and family members to kick back with less anxiety. It’s the gift that keeps on giving.

You can give a stress-relief gift any time, but holidays (like Mother’s Day coming up!) or a special birthday are natural opportunities to spread the love. Most people could benefit from more than one stress-relieving product, so don’t hold back.

Of course, you don’t want to stress yourself out while trying to help someone else de-stress—picking the perfect gift can be challenging. That’s why we rounded up a wide range of soothing gifts, from funny and inexpensive ideas to luxe items that are all about pampering.

Below, shop some of the best stress relief gifts to give this year—and beyond.

Breathe with Buddha to practice mindfulness and meditation. This device exudes calmness, much like the man himself. Choose from three breathing modes—calming, balance, or box breathing—and follow the fade-in and fade-out color prompts.

Some weighted blankets have an admittedly boring look. But Bearaby’s knit option is chic enough to toss anywhere. Made of 100 percent cotton, this soft topper comes in your choice of 10, 15, and 20 pounds. Choose from three neutral shades.

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Testers swear by this acupressure mat and pillow set made of plush foam covered in 100 percent cotton. It even comes with a travel bag for on-the-go tranquil bliss. Sit back, relax, and watch your giftee unwind.

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Best Gift For Lounging

Yaem Human Dog Bed

Human Dog Bed
Best Gift For Lounging

Yaem Human Dog Bed

A sleeping dog is about the most calm thing there is. Be one with this human version of a pup bed. It’s oversized and a great place to snuggle up with your furry friend or have some quiet time to yourself.

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Consider gifting one of our favorite foot baths. This tool from Conair delivers gentle vibrations to help ease foot pain and soreness after a long day. The simple design, which includes toe-touch controls, helps add to the pampering feel. It’s inexpensive, too.

These goggles use heat and massage vibration to help alleviate eye strain. This is a great gift for somebody who stares at a computer screen all day, gets tension headaches, or simply wants to relax.

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No time for a bath? No problem. Eucalyptus and mint-infused shower steamers can easily transform any shower into a spa while you lather up. Prepare for instant relief—we’re relaxed for you!

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For Fidgeters

KLT Worry Stones

Worry Stones
For Fidgeters

KLT Worry Stones

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Fidgeting is an easy way to work out a little tension. These Worry Stones have textured surfaces and smooth edges to help users work out anxiety through touch. Petite and available in soothing shades, you can whip these out when you need to take a moment and put them back away when you feel better.

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The Best Game Stress Relief Gift

Allura & Arcia Stress Less & Self Care Cards

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Stress Less & Self Care Cards

Sometimes the mere thought of trying to find time to relax can feel stressful, but this deck of cards is an easy thing that can be kept on the nightstand. Each card features a meditation or mindfulness exercise prompt, like “Think of three things you’re grateful for.”

Part noise machine, part smart alarm clock, all a device that’s primed to help you get your best sleep. The sunrise alarm clock feature really is a gentle way to wake up in the morning (goodbye blaring iPhone alarm).

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The Best Funny Stress-Relief Gift

Boxer Gifts Llama Stress Toy

Llama Stress Toy
The Best Funny Stress-Relief Gift

Boxer Gifts Llama Stress Toy

If this is a “just because” gift or maybe you’re shopping for a White Elephant party, I guarantee this adorable llama stress toy will get a few smiles. It literally has thousands of reviews and will look cute on any office desk.

Luxury Cotton Bath Robe
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Wrapping yourself in a plush bathrobe is so simple, but incredibly soothing. This robe from Brooklinen is made from Turkish cotton for a soft, spa-like feel. It comes in five colorways, all of which can be tossed in the wash. The robe gets even softer with time, too.

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There’s something about coloring at baseline that can give you a mental break, but this adult coloring book is especially designed with mindfulness in mind. The artistic patterns are arranged in soothing, rounded, and nature-inspired shapes, to help people kick back while they color.

Best For Adding Positivity

Hionxmga 60+ Positive Capsules

60+ Positive Capsules
Best For Adding Positivity

Hionxmga 60+ Positive Capsules

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Like a bunch of the best fortune cookies in a single jar, this affirming gift will put a smile on the recipient’s face. It’s amazing what a little positivity can do!

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Many of us spend hours working at desks, so a neck massage may be just what their tight neck and shoulders are begging for. This massager even applies heat—they’ll love keeping it in their office chair.

Best Gift for the Office

MindPanda Therapy Stress Balls

Therapy Stress Balls

OK, I know this one’s pretty on the nose, but stress balls are famous for a reason! They can be squeezed while grinding to meet deadlines to help combat jitters and nervous energy. We’ll take 10.

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Mini Plus Massage Gun
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TheraGun recently released an upgrade to its popular mini massager—the Mini Plus Heat. This handy percussion massager can heat up to 131 degrees Fahrenheit in under 60 seconds, allowing you to warm up muscles fast. Flip between three heat levels and three massage speeds.

The monks know a thing or two about calmness. This singing bowl set is informed by the Buddhists, who use these tools in several ceremonies. The sound is amazing, the act is consuming, and the therapy is real.

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Body Wrap with Lavender, Lemon & Orange
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This body wrap from Origins is the next best thing to being there to give a hug. The wrap has a soothing lavender scent and can be warmed up in the microwave before wrapping it around your back, neck, shoulders, or any other part of your body. The cover is machine washable, too.

Incense, waterfall, and a piece of beautiful decor all in one? This gorgeous incense holder already comes with incense sticks and cones to burn in floral and woody scents extracted from plants.

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Korin Miller is a seasoned freelance writer specializing in general wellness, sexual health and relationships, and lifestyle trends, with work appearing in Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Everyday Health, Food & Wine, and more. She has a master’s degree from American University and lives by the beach.

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