23 Uplifting Gifts For Depressed People That'll Lighten The Load On Their Shoulders

Updated: Feb 10 2023
23 Uplifting Gifts For Depressed People That'll Lighten The Load On Their Shoulders
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Treat someone who struggles with depression to one of these heartfelt gifts for depressed people and you'll make a world of difference in their lives. Dealing with depression and anxiety every day is exhausting, so these gift ideas target all areas of mental health support and overall wellness. Stress relief is a given, with goodies that promote mental and physical relaxation like meditation apps, zen gardens, and weighted blankets to help lull a user into a deep sleep. To counteract Seasonal Affective Disorder and the winter blues, try a gift like a lighted therapy lamp or a yoga gift to encourage harmony in body and mind that you don't have to endure chilly temperatures to enjoy. The list wouldn't be complete without adult coloring books, which have been shown to improve mental well-being in adults and kids. There's more to depression than just wellness, so there are several comforting and empowering gifts that encourage introspection and introduce therapy topics in an intriguing and fun way. Being depressed feels like being on an island in a storm but these gifts will show a friend that you've always got their back. 

I Wrote A Book About You

Tell a friend going through a rough time just how amazing they are by writing a book about them. I Wrote a Book About You is sure to be a bestseller in their heart since it'll be filled with more then two dozen pages of your responses to prompts and doodles about their awesomeness.
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This Is Fine Sarcastic Notepads

One of the ways to deal with depression is by being sarcastic about your current situation. Deflection still counts as a coping mechanism, after all. With these notepads in hand, you can be sarcastic about work and how "fine" it is. There are 50 sheets in each pad and 4 pads in total, that's a lot of sarcasm!
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Unf*ck Your Brain: Getting Over Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Freak-Outs, and Triggers

Science the heck out of your depression with Unf*ck Your Brain. That pink lump of f*ck sitting in your noggin tries to fight you but it'll be no match for this book, which teaches you how to ID triggers, deal with freak-outs, get over traumas, and more through the power of science and patience.
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Weighted Cooling Blanket

Getting good sleep is important to overall health and well-being but it pays dividends toward treating depression, too. The added weight makes it easier to fall asleep by relieving feelings of anxiety at bed time and the cooling material promotes deeper, more restful sleep.
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Am I Overthinking This? Book

The best way to stop overthinking about one thing is to start overthinking about another. This book will give you all kinds of fascinating, clever, and intriguing things to overthink about instead of the stuff getting you down. By the time you're done reading it you'll be smarter and you won't even remember what you overthought in the first place.
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Essential Art Therapy Exercises

Art therapy is for more than just creatives. When one purposefully makes art, one builds self-awareness, can help themselves manage and process hard thoughts, and feel calmer. This workbook has a variety of activities to promote introspection and helps you better understand yourself.
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Conair Dual Jet Bath Spa

A hot bath is soothing for the soul, a hot bath plus jets like you'd get in a hot tub will soothe your body and your soul. The rejuvenation will be almost instantaneous after you use this Conair device, which fits any size tub, adjusts to any water level, and has two bubble settings.
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The Self Care Bucket List

You'll have 100 ways to have a better day in this box of self-care. It calls itself a bucket list but it might actually extend your life by teaching you how to relieve stress, embrace mindfulness and emotional regulation, and take care of yourself in body and mind.
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F**k This S**t Show Gratitude Journal

Swearing literally does help, science has proven that. When you're in a particularly bad mood unleash every four-letter word you've got in you into the pages of this gratitude journal and you'll feel like a boat that literally blew off steam. It's packed with activities that promote stress-relief and gratitude that'll put you in a better mood.
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The Original Buddha Board with Water Pen

One of the core tenets of mindfulness is the idea that you feel an emotion and let it slide off of you like a nonstick pan. The same concept works with the Buddha board, but the emotion or feeling you're having and expressing through art will evaporate in minutes. The board works with water, so it can be used anywhere.
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Sunrise Alarm Clock

You'll actually want to wake up in the morning when you can rise with the sun, even in the dead of winter. In addition to a gentle wake-up, the clock can help you wind down at night, play white noise to help you sleep, and play FM radio stations.
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Tone Therapy Devices

Take three minutes to use these two devices and you'll have one new outlook to accompany you throughout your day. They use low tones and sound waves to relax your body and mind and induce feelings of peace and calm. They're non-addictive and can be used at any time of the day, not just bed time.
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Heated Eye Massager

Is there anyone in the world who doesn't want to look younger and feel less tension? With this massager, you can relax and rejuvenate your forehead and your psyche. The massager also reduces eye strain, soothes headaches, and improves your sleep, which in turn will improve your life.
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Nothing's Wrong: A Man's Guide to Managing Emotions

Dudes, how often have you been told that it's not manly to express emotion? Forget literally all of that and pay attention to this book instead. Learn how to master your emotions to lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life with the advice in the book. You are well worth the emotional healing it'll teach you about!
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Bonsai Tree Kit

Having greenery around has been linked to being happier overall. With this Bonsai growing kit, you'll be adding 4 plant babies to your home. The kit contains all the soil, pots, and seeds you need to grow four different species of bonsai and tools to tend to your new trees.
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Feejays Sweatpants with Feet

Got cold feet about swapping out your beloved pair of worn PJs for a new pair? Not with Feejays you won't! The sweatpants have a sherpa lining and feet, just like the onesie you had as a kid. You'll be lounging in ultimate comfort and coziness.
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Relaxation Waterfall Fountain

This waterfall has three tiers of triumph over stress and anxiety. The self-contained fountain makes a gentle tinkling sound as the water makes its way from the top to the bottom and features natural sights like river rocks and smooth metal that only add to its beauty.
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Aromatherapy Shower Steam Bomb

Showering isn't always easy when you're depressed but it's a lot more pleasant when you can make it a spa-like experience. These tantalizing steam bombs will make a hot shower the most inviting place on Earth. They dissolve in heat and moisture and release a tantalizing aroma that'll turn your frown upside down.
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Healing Is a Gift: Poems for Those Who Need to Grow

The world of literature can be a healthy escape for someone suffering from depression. This book of poetry explores topics of healing, accepting your old self, growing with purpose, and overcoming adversity. It's an uplifting book that will help heal your soul and help you move forward with purpose.
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The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck

Toxic positivity is real and it's damaging. This book teaches you to trash the power of positive thinking and embrace flaws to live a happier, more productive life. It's not about turning lemons into lemonade, it's about learning how to stomach lemons, know your limits and accept them, and find courage, honesty, and responsibility to live better.
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Hyperbole and a Half

It's not hyperbole to say that Allie Brosh's Hyperbole and a Half comics are ultra-relatable to anyone suffering from depression. With wit, a unique voice, and simple illustrations, Brosh masterfully captures the highs and lows of life with mental illness and offers hope for the future.
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Yoga For The Inflexible Male

There's a reason that 36 million people do yoga, it's good for the mind and the body. A dude that's resisting the call to the mat would benefit from this book, which will guide him through 3 hour-long yoga practices that'll make him feel better in body, mind, and spirit.
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The Mindfulness Coloring Book

Coloring has been shown to boost mood and relieve stress as much in adults as it does children but this art therapy book puts another layer of goodness on top of that. The Mindfulness Coloring Book has patterns designed to help you find even more peace and calm in today's crazy world.
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MoodiBars Chocolate to Eat Your Feelings

Eat your feelings, literally, with Moodibars! There are 120 chocolates in this set, a mix of both milk and dark chocolate, each with a wrapper representing a mood with a color and a face. Pick out the one that most suits what you're feeling and you'll instantly feel better.
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Depression Journal: Daily Check In

It's easier to manage your depression when you understand it and when you can catch a spiral before it really gets out of control. This journal is a valuable resource for checking in with your thoughts and feelings, boosting healthy habits, breaking free from cyclical thoughts, and identifying the ups and downs of your emotions.
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The Mystic Maze 1000 Piece Puzzle with a Surprise

Doing a puzzle is tons of fun and this Mystic Maze adds another layer of awesomeness to the mix with 50 Easter Eggs for you to find as you put it together. When you reach the end and put together all 1000 pieces you'll get to bask in the amazing illusions and awe-inspiring illustrations.
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Balance and Harmony Roller Set

These three essential oil blends can make a world of difference in your day. Stress and its fresh and sweet scent will refresh you. Balance's citrus will help you take on challenging emotions. Dram will help you wind down at the end of the day and get a good night's sleep. Just rub on your palms to get started.
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Seasonal Depression Light Therapy Lamp

The winter months are extra hard on people with depression, but this therapy light can help. It mimics the light of the sun sans the UV rays, making it safe to use. There are tons of features to use to customize the light, which encourages Vitamin D production (aka the key ingredient in beating SAD back).
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Sleep Pod Move The Original Wearable Blanket

There's a reason generations of parents swaddled babies, that "burrito" feel helps calm you down. The Sleep Pod is like a swaddle for adults and mimicks deep touch pressure to help you relax at bedtime. No matter your size, sleeping position, or sleeping arrangement, the wearable blanket will help you feel less restless and relieve stress.
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Smart Light Therapy Glasses

Beat depression, jet lag, and boost your energy all with the same pair of funny-looking glasses. This headset uses NASA tech and blue and green light of certain wavelengths to help your body manage its biological clock, enhance your mood, and regulate your Circadian rhythm in just 7 days.
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Deep Sleep Pillow Spray

Insomnia plagues a lot of people who suffer from depression but this pillow spray can help. It's an aromatherapeutic blend of chamomile, vetiver, and lavender. Spray it on your pillow at night and it'll help calm your mind to help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
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You Can Do All Things: Drawings, Affirmations and Mindfulness to Help With Anxiety and Depression

Cute animals, whimsical designs, words of encouragement, and gentle therapy are all things you'll find in this adorable book. Designed to support those going through depression, the book combines science, art, and advice to act as a sort of how-to guide for dealing with negative thoughts.
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Healthy Fresh Fruit Gift Basket

Chocolate and Cheetos make you feel better in the moment but fruits and nuts will make you feel better for a longer period of time. This gourmet basket contains cheese, crackers, and almonds as well as eight apples and pears that'll make your body happy.
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NewMe Fitness Instructional Yoga Mat

Being depressed might mean you're not exactly jumping to leave the house and go to yoga, but with this mat, it's easy to get started at home. The thick mat is printed with 70 asanas suitable for beginners through veteran practitioners.
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White Noise Machine

Sleeping at home or away is easier when you've got a little white noise to relax you. This one is great for kids and adults and has 21 calming sounds built in. It has a supercharged 1800mAh battery, too, enough to power through a whole day and night of deep sleep and naps.
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Mindfulness Coloring Book

With lots of calming, relaxing, soul-soothing images, this coloring book is a must for anyone going through a hard time. With messages like "grow" and "breathe" and lots of green pictures, it's tantalizing enough that it will tempt you away from screens.
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Sierra Smart Wireless Essential Oil Diffuser

Scent can have a huge impact on mood, which makes this essential oil diffuser a must-have for anyone dealing with depression. It works with ultrasonic tech to atomize water and essential oil to create a heavenly aromascape. It has a 400mL capacity and can diffuse for up to 12 hours before needing a refill.
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