Holiday 2020: 9 Gifts for Your Meditation and Mindfulness Loving Friends

Most of us can agree that meditation is good for you. While the activity doesn’t require much more than just silence, there are a few items that can make it more engaging. Here are some gift ideas for meditation enthusiasts in your life. 

Buddhist Meditation Mala Beads

Made of 108 beads, as per Buddhist and Hindu tradition, this mala bracelet can enhance your meditation practice in more ways than one. They’re primarily used during recitation or prayer, although they’re also used to keep count of every full breath inhaled or exhaled during a meditation session. They’re also thought to promote self-empowerment, meaningful relationships with others, and a calming and stable sense of vitality. 

It’s a thoughtful gift idea that can inspire your friend in their meditation journey. 

Mindfulness Cards

Developed by a mindfulness teacher and recommended by health care professionals, this colorful deck of cards is ideal for those who enjoy trying new things, especially if the cards can help soothe their anxious minds. Whether you’re traveling to work or relaxing at home, you can pick a card and learn about an easy-yet-powerful relaxation exercise to reduce stress and bring about a sense of calm within yourself. 

This gift is bound to be appreciated by anyone, young or old, who receives it!

A Miniature Zen Garden

They might look good in your studio, but Japanese miniature zen gardens can do so much more than that. Stylized with rocks, sand, moss, and other tiny features such as trees, zen gardens have long been regarded as great stress relievers. By recreating the essence of nature, they evoke feelings of tranquillity, calm, and peace, facilitating your mindfulness practice. 

This zen garden, in particular, comes in a gift box, and is small enough to fit on a desk or nightstand. 

A Meditation Cushion

Though meditation is the kind of activity that can be practiced virtually anywhere, it’s always wise to pick a comfortable spot. A comfortable cushion can help with that. Not only is this meditation cushion portable, but it can also help alleviate back pain, keep your spine aligned, and even double as a yoga prop. 

It’s the perfect gift for those who are only just getting started with meditation. 

A Tibetan Singing Bowl Set

Used by many yoga, meditation, and spiritual practitioners, Tibetan singing bowls can bring about a state of deep relaxation, promote creative thinking, and reduce pain. This singing bowl set was handcrafted by Nepalese artisans with high-quality materials and hand-inspected to guarantee perfect sound quality. 

With a compact and light design, it’s easy to travel with and use anywhere, anytime. 

An Acupressure Mat

It might be hard to believe, but this bed of plastic needles was specifically designed for relaxation and pain relief purposes. By lying on it for 10-30 minutes daily, you get to massage pressure points, triggering the release of endorphins and relaxing tight and sore muscles as a result. It’s also said to improve blood circulation and sleep quality, making it a fun present idea for your yogi friend.

A Waterfall Incense Burner 

Not only does this waterfall incense burner have a very unique design, but it can also serve a fair number of beneficial purposes. Whether you choose to use a cone or stick of incense, this burner allows for a longer burning time, which can make the fragrance last longer, keeping the air fresh and your mind relaxed. It’s a great addition to your mediation/yoga studio, your living room, or even your home office. 

This waterfall incense burner comes with both incense cones and sticks, so you don’t have to worry about buying those separately.

An Essential Oil Diffuser

If you have a friend who swears by essential oils, then they’re likely to love this essential oil diffuser. It can make any room smell like heaven and enhance the level of humidity to soothe your breathing. With just one fill, it can work for up to 12 hours, with barely any noise to disturb you during your meditation session or your deep sleep.

It’s practical, helpful, and aesthetically pleasing, and it comes with a one-year warranty!

A White Noise Machine

Some people find it challenging to quiet the mind in complete silence, which is why many give up on meditation after only a few tries. A solution enjoyed by many is the use of a white noise machine. Soothing sounds, like that of rainfall or ocean waves, can boost your concentration and help you better engage in your meditation practice. In fact, it’s so relaxing that many use it to drift off to sleep. 

No matter who you give this portable white noise machine to, they’re bound to fall in love with it. 

---

Whether your friend is only just getting started on their meditation journey or they’re already regular practitioners, you can rest assured that they’ll appreciate any of these gifts!