25 Best Stress Relief Gifts for Relaxation You Can Give Anytime of Year

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WE ALL deal with stress in different ways. Some might practice stress relief through mindfulness and meditation, while others might deal with stress through physical activity (and yes, some do a combination of both). But no matter how you manage stress, the most important thing is making sure you have steps in place to limit the unneeded weight that can be detrimental to your health.

If you are someone who feels like they're constantly dealing with low-level stress, or you have a friend or family member that is, a thoughtful gift might be in the cards. The best stress relief gifts serve as methods for relaxation and detachment from the world around you. A good stress relief gift can range from a product that invokes laughter to one that ignites your creativity.

While stress relief gifts should not be viewed as a treatment for wiping away your stress completely, these gifts can nonetheless help clear your mind and bring a little bit of fun to the moment. Yes, a full weekend getaway or a full-body massage would be a nice stress relief activity, but going all out on that route costs time and money we don't always have. Instead, consider these fast-shipped stress relief gifts that can help anyone kick back and relax.

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Roo Double Camping Hammock

Tap into nature and unwind on this packable hammock. It's made for two, so bring your significant other along for the hang sesh.

Drift Sandscape, Kinetic Sand Perpetual Motion Machine

Kinetic sand is a meditative experience that some people say makes them feel calmer. The Sandscape is a smart kinetic sand machine, where you can customize the entire pattern and color setup through the accompanying app. It's a fun device that can also double as a living room addition to go with your best furniture.

SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro

LEDs have been shown to address myriad skin issues. The Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro light mask uses red and blue lights to calm irritation and kill acne-causing bacteria.

Roller Jr Black Fidget Toy

If you're looking for a fidget toy to help distract you from grinding your teeth or clenching your muscles, then the Roller Jr is a no-brainer pick. The roller fits neatly into your palm and engages all of your fingers as your roll it forward or backward.

Pod Travel Pillow

The Pluto Pod is a travel pillow built to help wearers block out their entire surroundings thanks to design notes like a slide-down eye mask and a deep hood. It's perfect for promoting relaxation on the road, and it's perfect for keeping around the house to use for quick naps.

Smart Shower Head, Bluetooth Water Saving Showerhead

A poor shower head can really be a damper on an everyday routine. The hai is a luxe shower head with adjustable pressure and spray settings. The shower head is also smart, as it's capable of tracking your water and energy usage from the hai app that connects to your phone. So you can save money and limit water usage all while still getting a resort-like shower experience. Gift this to a friend or family member, then notice the improved pep in their step in the mornings going forward.

Magnetic Rowing Machine

One of the best ways to mitigate stress is through exercise. Add a rowing machine to your home gym setup and quickly knock out a 15-minute session when you want to break a sweat and clear your mind.

4.0 Wearable

Aside from being one of our favorite all-around health wearables, the Whoop 4.0 also includes a unique Stress Monitor feature that measures your heart rate variability and heart rate to provide a stress score from 0-3. This is a data-backed gift that will provide the recipient with a smart way to monitor how their body responds to everyday life.

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Infrared Sauna Blanket

Do they love to relax? Thought so. Give them a sauna and blanket in one with this intelligent gift. They'll be treated to some deep relaxation and improved circulation, along with muscle recovery.

Peperomia Obtipan Green

Indoor plants have been shown to improve moods, as well as breathing life into anyone's home. This one from The Sill is easy to take care of, and brightens up a space.

Shiatsu Back Neck Massager with Heat

What would a stress relief gift guide be without a back massager? This top-rated portable massager hangs over the shoulders and features a heat setting.

Hypervolt Go 2

Hyperice’s updated mini massage gun fits easily in any purse or backpack, and at just 1.5 pounds, it never weighs you down. But it still gets three hours on a single charge, delivers three different intensities, and has multiple attachments to attack different muscle groups.

All Out Studio App

A versatile workout subscription is a solid gift to help friends and family members work on lowering their stress levels. All Out Studio was designed with knowledge from our very own Men's Health experts, making it one of the best on-demand workout apps in our eyes.

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Exfoliating Shower Towel

This textured nylon shower towel provides a comfortable scrubbing sensation on the skin and helps exfoliate. Ditch the loofah and notice how much more relieved and rejuvenated you feel stepping out of the shower when switching.

Release and Recover Ball Set

Massage balls are an easy to way to provide muscle relief. This high-quality set from Lululemon will give them a number of options for recovery—all while adding a bit of style points in the mix.

RecoveryPulse Calf

We can carry stress in virtually all parts of our bodies. Therabody's new Recovery Pulse Calf helps relieve the muscles and create a blissful massage experience. Great for fitness recovery and for winding down after a long day's work.

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Shower Steamers Aromatherapy 15 Packs

Body Restore's aromatherapy shower pods are easy to use and provide a cooling therapeutic feel thanks to ingredients like natural essential oils and menthol. The pods are travel-friendly and made paraben-free.

Temperature Control Smart Mug 2

This temperature-controlled heated mug will provide the perfect sipping for your morning coffee and your nighttime tea.

Freewrite Traveler

Astrohaus' digital typewriters help engage users in distraction-free writing. The Freewrite Traveler is a portable edition from the brand that's lightweight and has marathon memory and battery life, making it easy to pop open for journaling and reflective thinking, no matter where you are.

Men's Bamboo Pajama Pant

A proper pair of lounge pants can set the scene for a morning, an evening, or an entire day of cozy hangs. These bamboo pajama pants from Cozy Earth are ultra-soft and breathable, not to mention durable enough to take for a spin outside the house for impromptu errands to the coffee shop or grocery store.

"The Creative Act: A Way of Being" by Rick Rubin

Stimulating creativity is one way to transition your brain and body from the daily aughts that might be causing stress. Rick Rubin's book "The Creative Act" will help inspire you to express yourself artistically and promote healthy habits of creating on the regular.

Foot Massager Machine with Heat

Standing all day can cause a lot of wear and tear. This foot massager will help you kick back and wind down thanks to its deep kneading and heat features.

Restore Sound Machine

A peaceful wake-up can set your day off in a chain reaction of stress-free activity. The Hatch Restore is a sunrise alarm clock that helps optimize your wake-up (and wind-down) routine so you can get the best sleep possible.

The (Big) Mat

Yogis know all about getting as close to stress-free living as possible. A proper yoga mat is a solid gift for both novices and experts.

Sleep Headphones Wireless, Bluetooth Sports Headband

Sleep is a big part of helping curb stress, and a good pair of sleep headphones can go a long way in optimizing your rest. This soft headband has built-in headphones to help wearers doze to sleep in a comfortable and intimate manner.

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