23 Relaxing Gifts for Anyone Who Is Way Too Stressed Out Right Now

A new yoga mat could re-inspire their love for slow, intentional movement—whether it’s yoga, pilates, or mobility work. This SELF Home Fitness Award–winning mat from Manduka has enough cushion to support the joints, and features a grippy surface texture that prevents slipping.

Move over, Notes app! The hyper-organized person who finds filling out their planner relaxing will swoon over this journal, which includes prompts like “list the songs that feel like comfort, peace, calm, and rest.”

Curling up under a cozy weighted blanket is one of the easiest ways to relax, stat—and this one comes in four different weight options to fit any preference. The Bearaby Napper is made of a breathable, chunky knit that also looks elegant thrown over a bed or the back of a couch (when you’re not cuddling with it, of course).

Multiple SELF editors adore this Parachute robe, which is made with a Turkish cotton that’s magically cozy enough for winter but not suffocating in summer. Plus, it comes in soothing, muted colors that’ll look nice hanging in their bathroom.

The process of creating pottery can be totally meditative—and this kit allows them to make pinch pots or flower vases at home.

If you ask us, a pair of luxe pajamas screams “peak relaxation.” Lunya's stunning sets are made from washable silk and will make your giftee feel like they’re on a five-star vacation.

For the friend who always talks about meditating but never starts, now’s the time to invest in a year of premium services. This app provides guided meditations that address a range of concerns, as well as soothing sounds and storytelling designed for sweet dreams.

Cost: $70 per year (billed annually) or $400 for a lifetime subscription.

This SELF-beloved rich body butter from Black-owned wellness brand Hanahana is a great gift for anyone on your list. It's packed with shea, cocoa, and mango butters, plus lemongrass and blood orange essential oils for an aromatherapy treat.

Let’s be real: A cozy loungewear set isn’t complete without ultra-plush socks. These Barefoot Dreams ones come with rave reviews (one customer called them “buttery soft”) and will keep your giftee’s feet perfectly toasty.

A cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate is a nice addition to any relaxing day at home, and this incredibly aesthetic electric kettle makes prepping a cozy drink even more enjoyable.

This unique take on the classic advent calendar is a fun gift for your friend who starts or ends every day with a cup of tea. It includes 24 blends for them to sample, including flavors they probably haven’t tried, like ginseng matcha or a combo of chamomile, vanilla, and manuka honey.

These ridiculously fluffy house slippers from Ugg are a great comforting gift. They’re also water-resistant and have a hard bottom, so a quick run to the car or the mailbox won’t muck them up.

Your friend can de-stress while filling in the pages of this aesthetically-pleasing adult coloring book, which features illustrations of plants, beaches, and other serene images.

This white-noise machine features six soothing sounds, including falling rain and crashing ocean waves, to lull your loved one into a deep sleep. Plus, it’s small enough that they can take it with them while traveling.

Your friend doesn’t need to know a thing about crochet in order to enjoy this adorable kit. The SELF-approved set comes with everything they need to get started, including yarn, stuffing, and a crochet hook.

Warm notes of amber, cedar leaf, lemongrass, and tonka bean make this bath salts and soak set a dream for cold winter evenings.

This mini version of the original Theragun still has plenty of percussive power, but it’s much more portable. It’ll help massage out any kinks and tightness, and don’t be surprised if you want to steal it back from your loved one.

Gone are the days of the rubbery heated water bottle (IYKYK)—this microwaveable hot and cold pack, which is filled with natural clay instead of water, is soothing for sore spots, headaches, and injuries.

Once they get the hang of embroidery, it can easily become a way to keep their hands busy and ease their mind while watching TV or listening to music.

This essential oil diffuser not only looks gorgeous on a nightstand or coffee table, but it also features a number of light settings (including dim and flickering candlelight) to create a truly soothing atmosphere.

Depending on the person, working on a puzzle is either a fun way to relax or an invitation for stress; for anyone who falls in that first camp, this 1000-piece one from Piecework could make for a cute gift. It features a gorgeous maximalist design that’s equally fun to look and put together.