This time of year, there's no shortage of gift guides out there in the blogosphere. I really enjoy putting these kinds of posts together, but I wanted to make sure that mine was a little bit different. And then I remembered the post I wrote on
self-care tips for introverts and highly sensitive people (a.k.a. me) a while back. The post seemed to resonate with a lot of you, as well. Maybe it was time to write about that subject again, but in a different way.
A lot of my friends who are writers, bloggers, artists, and creatives identify with being empaths, HSPs, and introverts. And I think it can be
really easy to forget that these traits are actually gifts, rather than faults. So what better way to remind you all of these special gifts than by putting together a gift
guide for yourself or for the sensitive, introverted, or empathic person in your life?
As a rule, HSPs tend to feel more deeply and observe more closely than other people and we have to be very careful about how we use our energy. Self-care is important for
everyone, but I feel really strongly that it's especially so for us. I've curated some gift ideas that are introspective and comforting for when the world overwhelms us and we desperately need to check in with ourselves.
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Color Theory sensitive tote bag (to carry around your comforting must-haves)
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ban.do anxiety necklace (a stylish way to end the mental health stigma)
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Get Relaxed tea (a soothing blend of chamomile, lavender, and rose)
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Mist Your Mood (an equally comforting room mist of lavender and chamomile)
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The Introvert Activity Book (for when you need to recharge, distract, and express yourself)
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Lavender blossoms grow kit (so you can grow your own soothing scent at home)
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I Don't Know How to Cook (to help you nourish your body without feeling overwhelmed)
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"Sensitivity is my superpower" mug (to remind you that your sensitivity really is a gift)
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Lavender and sage soy candle (a way to instantly make you feel cozy and calm)
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S'mores USB heat-up slippers (to make you smile and keep your feet toasty)
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The Great British Baking Show on DVD (for when you need the ultimate comfort show)
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"Stay Home Club" print (for when you need an excuse to stay home with your cat)
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Bamboo bath caddy (so you can treat yourself to a *fancy* soak in the tub)
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Bee Balm healing salve (for when your sensitive skin needs some TLC)
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The Mini Book of Mindfulness (so you can learn to live in the moment)
Of course, the best gift you can give to your HSP may not be material at all. Experience gifts can be even more appreciated because it can convince us to really take the time to take care of ourselves. If you really want to pamper your HSP and show them how much they're loved, I'd recommend: a professional massage, a day outdoors, or a weekend at a quaint bed and breakfast. Helping them with chores around the house, cooking them their favorite meal, or offering to take a major task off their plate can be a huge relief and be even better than unwrapping a present. Anything that prioritizes their well-being and makes them special and taken care of is usually a good bet in my book.
I can speak only from my personal experience as an introverted HSP who's been dealing with a lot of stress and sleep issues for the past couple of years, so some of these picks may end up being more beneficial to me than others. But I hope you'll find this guide at least a little bit helpful for someone on your list! Do you have any suggestions that I missed? I'd love to hear about them in the comments so that others can heed your advice, too.
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Have a wonderful weekend!
