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A meditation necklace could be exactly what you need to smooth and soothe your frazzled nerves.
This small business is heaven-scent for aromatherapy fans. Owner Michelle has vegan soaps, creams, elixirs, and more in this Atlanta, Georgia based shop.
Promising review: "Amazing, as usual. This is my second bottle of the anxiety roller ball. It works wonders and I've even got my friends hooked!" —Lindsay Frenk
Get it from Elixir Apothecary on Etsy for $19.95.
Promising review (for this set): "This set was the perfect gift for my 20-year-old daughter. She has anxiety and she immediately opened it and was playing with it with her friend for hours. The tray is very durable and the sand doesn’t dry out which I initially was worried about. It looks very modern and not childish in her room. It’s helped calm her and allow her to relax. Even my younger kids were jealous so I might be purchasing more for Christmas." —Smoore
Get it from Amazon for $20.99.
This set includes one and a half pounds of magnetic sand, a wooden storage/display case, and three metal tools.
Promising review: "I purchased this as gifts for my father, hoping to help his anxiety, for Father's Day. It's very cute and just as described." –A.C.H.
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
The picture on the right is of me, stretching my little limbs as far as they will go inside this cozy cocoon! This thing is breathable and ultra-cozy. It's great if you feel comforted when held tight while anxious, but get too hot under a weighted blanket.
Promising review: "For a lifelong sufferer of miserable Restless Leg Syndrome, this is nothing short of a miracle! I was skeptical that the pod could help me, since nothing else has ever helped me, but I think since the pod contains my thrashing movements, I’m not waking myself up over and over at night. My dreams are typically very vivid and I usually don’t feel like I had a chance to turn my mind off and disconnect. I think I am getting more REM sleep with the pod because I haven’t remembered my dreams these past four nights. Also, I run hot so it’s a pleasant surprise that the pod truly is breathable and not sweaty." —Jennifer C
Get it from Hatch Sleep for $69.99 (available in three sizes).1
This is designed to reach 60% deeper into muscles than other massagers and at 40 times a second.
Promising review: "This was purchased as a gift for my son. It is a great product. It helps to remove stress knots from the back. It's fabulous." —GQuincy
Get it from Amazon for $199 (available in three colors).
Promising review: "I love this stuff soooo much. I have had some rash issues on my fingers ever since I got a full body rash from Downy Unstopables (the worst product ever!!) and had to take prednisone to get rid of it. Ever since I started regularly soaking in the tub with this, I have had hardly any flareups. Something about the ingredients in this particular combination makes my skin sing. Plus, it smells amazing and provides top notch bubbles. Worth every penny."—Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $4.87.
These are the candles I use when I need a really relaxing bath. I love that they don't have a scent, so their aroma doesn't clash with the bubbles or salts I have in the water. They last a surprisingly long time and create the most calming atmosphere.
Promising review: "I was happy to find economical tea lights that can be used more than once. These are a great price and they burn well." —Clarity
Get a pack of 100 on Amazon for $15.99.
Promising review: "I have an anxiety disorder that has kept me from sleeping normally for over 10 years. This weighted blanket has made a huge difference. The luxurious feel of the faux fur plus the comfort of the weight allow me to feel secure and pampered at the same time. The color is also gorgeous. I highly recommend getting this weighted blanket!" —Holly
Get it from Comma for $169 (available in two weights and colors).
Promising review: "I bought this for my daughter who absolutely adores this little octopus. She prefers the 'grumpy' side which is just as cute as the happy side. It's easy to turn inside out and keeps its shape. Also, I was happily surprised it is larger than I thought. Definitely worth 5 stars!" —EmilyT
Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in 11 styles).
Pretty Spirits is a Black-owned business located in Los Angeles. Browse the shop and you can find aura sprays, manifestation guides, empowering clothing, and more!
Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for! It was wrapped so good and got to me quickly. Smells amazing and looks so pretty!" —Bee The Light
Get it from Pretty Spirits Co on Etsy for $8.
Promising review: "I bought these for mine and my mom's car a while back ago and these little things are great. Since I got my license I've hated merging or switching lanes; I never felt good or safe doing it. Since having these its been a blessing, I feel less like a scared new driver. I'm currently encouraging my sister and friends to invest in these too! These are also great for backing up, because you can see exactly how close you are to hitting the car behind, and it's helpful when I parallel park in the city." —Mariam Abass
Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in three styles).
Promising review: "This book is exactly what it says it is: a big activity book for anxious people! It’s got some great activities inside that totally keep me busy and keep my anxiety in check. It truly is a great time-suck to keep my mind focused on the activities and an escape from whatever is consuming me those days. I can't recommend this book enough!" —Alex R. Pepin
Get it from Amazon for $10.72.
Promising review: "Hahaha bought this for my coworker who is struggling with incorrigible students. Yep...I know it’s 'wrong' or politically incorrect, but some students are so awful we just need a humorous release. I highly recommend this for those days you need to vent but don’t have anyone to vent to. Use it BEFORE you send out that scathing email or send that snarky text message. You will sleep better for it and your reputation will remain intact." —English Teacher
Get it from Amazon for $10.98.
Promising review: "My family really loves this dual shower head. I especially love the mist setting on the large head — it filled my bathroom with with hot steam when I was very sick with the flu/pneumonia. The large head is great for relaxing muscles and washing your hair. I grab the small head to rinse body parts. The small hand-held shower head is also great for giving your dog a bath and washing down the shower walls and tub. Both heads have settings that are either high pressure or lower pressure, depending on how many holes have water jetting out of them as per setting selected. I bought this during a lightening deal, but I would buy it again at full price. This is a great product and easy to install." —M. Spencer
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
Promising review: "These are THE BEST incense available. They're rich and burn clean. They make my home smell and feel so natural and clean. I love the lavender and spruce varieties and can't wait to try the cedar!" —EcoGirl
Get a box of 20 from Free People for $16 (available in three scents).
Promising review: "Buy this! I got this as a gift from my amazing girlfriend who knows I complain about my neck all the time. We took a chance on this after I saw it and said I wanted it — after reading some other reviews I definitely agree that this is amazing. I was a little hesitant at first but once it arrived I wasn't disappointed at all. It does take some time getting use to as with anything, but it's very quick to learn your sweet spots and how to set it up in your car. It requires a connection to your 12v outlet to be powered, but other than that it's good. It is extremely durable, I'm highly surprised at the build quality and the quality of the rollers, heating, and motors. It seems like it'll last a long while with much usage, especially for the price." —Brendan S.
Get it from Amazon for $54.95.
Promising review: "I now understand why some people say you 'haven't lived' until you've tried this scalp massager. It feels great whether you use it yourself or have a partner use it on you. It's useful for relaxing and lowering stress. It also seems made to last. It's a great product." —Syrena
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "Got this for my anxious three-year-old. Very glad that I did. These are methods that she can learn now and keep throughout her life. I was surprised by the quality of the book design. It feels nice and is well designed. The illustrations are lovely. The book itself is calming. Simply beautiful. It would make a good gift and be good for any child. So thankful for this book." —Kelsey H.
Get it from Amazon for $13.46.
The set includes two stackable pitchers, five sampler teas, an additional iced tea sampler pack (with five infusers and five loose leaf blends), and two double-walled glasses.To use, put ice in the bottom pitcher and your tea in the top. Boil water, let it steep up top, and then pour it into the iced pitcher. It's simple, pleasant, and makes a delicious cup of iced tea!
My husband and I are *major* Tea Forté fans — we usually have a cup in the morning and always have at least one cup every night. I suffer from extreme anxiety and have mentioned often that the ritual involved in making an herbal iced tea with this set brings me back to a calm space.
Get it from Tea Forté for $92.
Get it from Amazon for $16.29, Bookshop for $24.84 (to support local bookstores), or check your local library.
This Black- and woman-owned company is run by sisters, Jennifer and Sandra, in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Promising review: "All of my orders have been perfect! I bought this candle as a gift for a friend and she is thrilled with it. It has a lovely natural scent and burns beautifully." —Vikki Chew
Get it from Jen San Home & Body on Etsy for $25.
Promising review: "I have been biting my fingernails as long as I could chew. I grew immune to the taste of the no-bite nail polish you can buy at drugstores. I tried keeping a rubber band on my wrist and popping it every time I noticed myself chewing. This nail polish has been the only thing that has worked. I keep a bottle on my desk at work and another one at home just in case I slip up. I had the first manicure of my life a few weeks ago. Amazing product." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $15.50.
Promising review: "I bought this for my sister and myself. Anxiety is something you can learn to quell by being more aware of the thoughts and triggers for them and developing ways to cope. This helps a lot!" —pinktiedyelove
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $21.99.
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.