Does the idea of crowded holiday shopping overwhelm you? You are not alone. Many sensitive souls avoid shopping in malls or large department stores because they absorb an onslaught of energy that is not theirs, leaving them fatigued. When empaths do shop in these situations they often go into zombie shut down mode in an effort to not feel. The problem is when you are not aware of the present moment, you can spend more money than you originally intended.
This is why my holiday shopping gets done early and online. I take back my power by choosing when to shop and do it from the comfort of my home. I mindfully choose and consider my options without feeling hurried or over stimulated. In an effort to reduce your holiday stress, I have come up with 5 gift ideas that are individually under $25 to purchase for your loved ones or perhaps you will treat yourself with a gift.
Simply, click on the images and it will take you right to Amazon.com. If you purchase these items after clicking on the image, I receive a small portion of the sale with no additional cost to you. Thank you in advance if you decide to make any purchases this way.
5 Gift Giving Ideas that protect your energy
1.) For those who are cat and dog animal lovers, you can’t go wrong with Chicken Soup for the Soul books. In addition to giving a quality book, you are donating to the American Humane Society with each purchase.
2.) Who doesn’t need stress relief? Perfect for any caretaker, empath or helper on your list and don’t forget the colored pencils. I love the built in sharpener with this kit, it reminds me of my old Crayola’s I had as a child!
3.) Stock up on inspirational mugs with healing messages. This one here validates your favorite writer. Buy large mugs and combine the gift with her favorite tea or coffee.
4.) Start Where You Are is an interactive journal designed to help readers nurture their creativity, mindfulness, and self-motivation. It helps readers navigate the confusion and chaos of daily life with a simple reminder: that by taking the time to know ourselves and what those dreams are, we can appreciate the world around us and achieve our dreams.
5.) For those that are hard to buy for -a gift card fits all. Give the gift of freedom and allow your recipient to choose for themselves.
Lisa Hutchison LMHC is a licensed psychotherapist and writing coach who helps sensitive souls not just survive but shine. She is the Amazon bestselling author of I Fill My Cup: A Journal for Compassionate Helpers and the kindle book Setting Ethical Limits for Caring & Competent Professionals. Get a FREE 10 page E-book; 8 Simple Things That Release Chaos from Your Life Now at http://www.lisahutchison.net
Now I’m off to buy my own copy of “start where you are” 🙂 Great gift ideas!
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You are welcome Peggy, it does feel good to treat ourselves, doesn’t it?
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Thanks for these thoughtful suggestions, Lisa. I think I need that mug for myself! xo
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You are welcome Reba. I love that mug too! 🙂
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Great gift ideas and love the journal! Thank you Lisa xo
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You are welcome and thank you Debra! xx
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These are great ideas, Lisa. Thank you. I like the idea of avoiding crowded malls 🙂
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You are welcome Lea! Anything to help my fellow empaths.
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Love love love these gift giving ideas Lisa! And youre one smart cookie…doing it all in advance…no chance of getting sucked into the energy of BUY BUY BUY 🙂
xoxo, Z~
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Thank you Zeenat, I am happy that you enjoyed this post. I am almost completed with all my holiday shopping! xx
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Super! Thanks.
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You are welcome Lira!
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Omg! such great gifts ideas!! Will look into the journal for sure! 🙂 Thanks for sharing! ❤
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You are welcome Patricia, I like the journal too! 🙂
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