If You’re Anxious AF, Check Out These Clever, Soothing Products Tons Of People Swear By

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There are so many aspects of daily life that can induce stress — deadlines, money, traffic, politics, relationship issues, or even just doing normal adult things like meal prepping or feeding your cat. No matter how hard you try to avoid it, stress can creep up. But in times like these, it’s more important than ever to find easy and inexpensive ways to reduce stress no matter where you feel it, and Amazon reviewers have found some great soothing products that they swear by.

A Stainless Steel Ring That You Can Subtly Rotate & Spin On Your Finger

If you need a stress-relieving solution that you can take with you anywhere, check out this ring. You can wear it every day like an average piece of jewelry, but the kicker is that it rotates around so you can play with it when you’re feeling anxious or needing some help concentrating. It’s made from strong stainless steel and features pretty etchings on the outside for a personal touch.

• Available styles: 16
• Available sizes: 5 — 10

A Helpful Review: “Beautiful color, it’s so sparkly and vibrant the camera doesn’t quite don’t justice. It’s true to size! I bought a 10, I can wear it on my pointer, my ring, it’s a perfect fit. The spin is great for my anxiety. It was put to the test when a cashier was incredibly rude. Normally I’d say something about their behavior but with the ring, I just spun it and composed myself.” — KAT NORTON

Rubber-Tipped Head Massagers That Don’t Pull Or Tangle Your Hair

These head massagers are a must-have for stimulating blood flow and encouraging relaxation — and don’t worry, they won’t pull, tug, or damage your hair. They each feature 12 flexible spindles with rubber ends that gently glide against your scalp to target hard-to-reach nerves and — bonus — may help encourage hair growth.

A Helpful Review: “Nice way to relax! I really like the product, I have long hair and this works just fine on soothing my head/scalp after a long day.” — YM

A Calming List-Making Journal With Inspiring Writing Prompts

Filled with inspirational quotes and writing prompts that will really make you think, this journal was designed to help soothe stress and encourage a peaceful, thoughtful life. It has 52 prompts that feature short exercises and full-color illustrations that fall within in four themes: be present, look back, move forward, and release.

A Helpful Review: “This book is amazing, I’ve had it for about two weeks and I’ve been trying to write in it everyday. It helps me focus and get things back on track. I struggle with anxiety a lot and this book has been incredible helpful. Not only does it force you to let the negative go but it also puts your mind on the positive. I would recommend this to anybody!!” — marcella baker

Highly Concentrard Magnesium Oil Spray To Encourage Muscle Relaxation

Six sprays of this oil delivers 100 milligrams of pure, elemental magnesium you can spray directly onto your feet — or other areas of the body — to help encourage muscle relaxation and reduce inflammation in the joints. The high concentration increases the level of magnesium in your system, which for some can be great to jump start relaxation.

A Helpful Review: “I recommend this item to anyone who deals with stress, anxiety, racing thoughts, tension or PMS. I learned about magnesium while researching natural ways to treat PMS and I am so in love with this. I spray about 5-10 pumps on my arms and some times ankles just before bed every night. I feel relaxed and mentally well balanced when I use the magnesium oil spray and I have repurchased this item many times.” — Myopia123

A Color-Changing Light That Guides You Through Meditative Breathing

This night-light glows a warm white for daily use, or can change color to guide you through three different meditative breathing techniques. Each of the breathing guides involve inhaling, holding, and exhaling for a specific number of seconds based on the color of the light. It charges via USB and has a two-month battery life on a single charge.

A Helpful Review: “When my anxiety gets bad though, even with all of my other helping methods, I really don’t feel like pulling up an app or searching a guided breathing session and then trying to find one I can stand. This guy is soooo handy, super simple, and literally turns on and starts guiding your breathing with the touch of a button. I love this tiny man so much. It makes the leftover anxiety that isn’t controlled with all of my other methods manageable. Also, he’s soothing to squish.” — Hale

Textured Silicone Stones For Repetitive Rubbing

These silicone stones are textured and specifically designed with subconscious repetitive behaviors in mind. Each one fits in the palm of your hand and features smooth round edges and varying textures from dots to lines to swirls. They work to provide a fidgeting material that’s satisfying to keep your hands moving in stressful or anxious moments.

A Helpful Review: “I get really anxious and tend to play with gadgets or pick at something. I like the variety of textures and sizes that come with these stones. Perfect little de-stress toys and easy to carry.” — Amazon Customer

Acupuncture Ear Seeds That Stimulate Pressure Points

These acupuncture stickers can be placed on different pressure points according to reflexology in the ear to help ease a range of bodily conditions. They’re made of natural vaccaria seeds on self-adhesive tape that you can place directly into your ear for an at-home acupuncture-like treatment.

A Helpful Review: “I was curious about ear seeds and decided to try it out. The package arrived quickly. The adhesive is good. […] My skin did not get irritated at all. I did feel relaxed. You do get value for your money w/this product.” — Roann

A Weighted Lap Blanket That’s Small & Portable

Weighted blankets are thought to soothe stress and encourage relaxation, and the nice part about this 3-pound one is that it’s small so you can take it with you on long drives, to the office, or anywhere else you might need a little soothing. It has a leaf-inspired design with stitching that ensures the weight is evenly distributed throughout.

A Helpful Review: “I’ve had other weighted blankets but they have always been a little bit of a burden to travel with or if I just want to work and have it on- this solves a lot of that by packing a nice amount of weight in an even distribution. Even if I’m laying down and have a full size blanket- this over my midsection seems to do a lot to calm my anxiety. Great product.” — Lila Louise

A Set Of 50 Easy-To-Follow Cards With Relaxation & Meditation Exercises

This pack of cards has 50 different prompts to help you calm down, re-center, and focus on the positive things in life with easy-to-follow exercises and tips. Example practices include writing a list down of things you like about yourself to noticing the world around you to breathing with your diaphragm. These cards are a popular option on Amazon, too, with a 4.6-star rating after 2,700 reviews.

A Helpful Review: “This is a great little tool to have for anyone because you can put them in your purse or back pocket and have them as needed. Some are words of inspiration others have you meditate for a couple of minutes. It really is just a nice way to stop for a few minutes in this busy world we live in a regroup yourself. It impacts my life daily and I absolutely love how it can calm me down when needed.” — Kate

An Adjustable, Rechargeable Eye Mask With Built-In Bluetooth Speakers

If dark rooms and ambient noise are important to help you get to sleep and stay asleep, you have to check out this eye mask that does both. The mask slips comfortably and snugly over your eyes, with five layers of blackout material for an extra-dark snooze, and it has built-in Bluetooth speakers that can send your favorite soothing sounds, music, or affirmations directly to your ears.

A Helpful Review: “I have anxiety when falling asleep and this mask helps me focus on falling asleep in a very soothing way. The mask itself is large but not too bulky and very soft! The volume can go very low for whisper-like sound all the way to high to block out even the loudest sounds around you. The mask is adjustable […] You can’t really feel any of the electronics in it and it stays charged for quite some time. It also recharges quickly.” — C Lee

A Best-Selling Acupressure Mat & Pillow With Over 10,000 Spikes

This cotton and linen mat and pillow has over 10,000 therapeutic spikes that are said to stimulate circulation, release endorphins, increase blood flow, rejuvenate your body, and help relieve everyday aches and pains. It’s a great aid in muscle recovery after workouts or in a sleep-improving stress reduction tactic at the end of a long day.

A Helpful Review: “I don’t know exactly how it works, but it relaxed me almost instantly. Again, no pain, but a warm, calming feeling came over me. I immediately wanted to go to sleep while on it. Once I was off of it, I felt good and had more energy. Again, I don’t know what kind of magic is in this, but it does seem to relieve pain and stress. You can actually feel it leaving your body.. I’m sold!” — KickBr

A Kneadable Egg That Changes Color As You Squish It

This squishy toy looks like an ordinary white egg when it’s just sitting on your table in its cute little holder. But once you grab it and squish it, the rainbow of marbleized inner colors are revealed. You can knead it, squish it, and stretch it to your heart’s content, giving your hands a task and your mind a way to keep busy when you’re stressed.

A Helpful Review: “They turn different colors when squeezed and fit neatly into the egg holder or base which is also flexible. As an adult , I too enjoyed squeezing it to release some stress. It’s durable and doesn’t bust in your hands like those cheapy brands.” — Zully

A Colorful Accordion-Style Sensory Toy That Collapses & Extends

This fidget toy is great if you’re looking for something colorful and satisfying to feel in your fingers. With an accordion-style design, the toy can be expanded, flexed, bent, and collapsed over and over again, giving you a bunch of different ways to interact with the toy and help calm yourself down. It’s also so lightweight it’s easy to take with you anywhere you go.

A Helpful Review: “This is a unique product. It only has two primary motions – expand and contract. It is somewhat bendable, but mostly just the two motions. I thought this might be limiting, but I actually really like this toy to address fidgeting and anxiety. It’s relatively quiet and seems very durable.” — PS

An Intricate, Tranquil Adult Coloring Book One Reviewer Called “The Best”

If you’re looking for a productive escape that helps reduce stress while also focusing attention and encouraging creativity, this coloring book is for you. With 35 tranquil images of beautiful florals, peaceful landscapes, and calming patterns, the book also includes mindfulness meditations to help you relax while you’re coloring.

A Helpful Review: “I go in and I get lost in the picture. I space out and by the time I realize it, I’ve spent HOURS on one page. Not realizing at the time it was the relaxation I was looking for!” — Luis

A Cotton Sleep Mask That’s “Like A Mini Weighted Blanket For Your Face”

This sleep mask features a four pod design that equally distributes the weight of the contouring inner micro-beads to keep it on your head whether you’re a back or side sleeper. It blocks 100% of light to keep you sleeping soundly all night. And, you can pop it in the freezer for a few minutes for an added cooling effect.

A Helpful Review: “I cannot imaging going to bed without my nodpod anymore. I love these. I have sinus problems, migraines, anxiety, dry eyes, and rheumatoid arthritis. Bedtime is often a struggle, just trying to get comfortable. I purchased one of these last year and loved it so much that I needed a second one just in case I lost the first. It applies just the right amount of pressure without being uncomfortable. It molds to your face. I love that I can "tuck in" the long edges to wrap around my head if I want a little more pressure or to keep it from slipping down when I sleep in my recliner on particularly painful nights. It’s like a mini weighted blanket for your face.” — Vertigofire

Highly Rated Clacky Sensory Toys Shaped Like Wormy Slugs

These fidget toys are comprised of differently colored layers of plastic in the shape of a slug that can be swiveled and wiggled in your hand or on a flat surface to help soothe your mind and ease stress. In addition to feeling and looking satisfying, they also make a great clacking noise. With so many fun features, it’s no shocker these have a 4.8-star rating on Amazon.

A Helpful Review: “The sound it makes is soothing in a way that’s hard to describe. They feel firm when you squeeze them but not hard it’s just very pleasant all around. The three pack is great I’m probably going to order a few more because a fair number of us in the family have sensory issues and I think we could all benefit from the power of the slug friend.” — Rhiannon

Sparkly Fidget Strings That Stretch Up To 8 Feet

Not only are these strings glittery, sparkly, and fun to look at, but they also stretch from 12 inches to a whopping 8 feet long. They can be stretched, pulled, twirled, wrapped, squished, and squeezed to your heart’s content which can help encourage a feeling of calm.

A Helpful Review: “I absolutely love this product. The texture, stretching, and the giggling are so amazing. As soon as I felt the texture, I started happy stimming.” — Syn Wood

Self-Heating Steam Eye Masks Infused With Calming Scents

Place one of these masks over your eyes and enjoy the self-heating system that creates steam to hydrate and relieve dry eyes and fatigue. They stay between 104 and 122 degrees for up to 60 minutes and let off a lavender scent that also promotes relaxation. Plus, they come individually wrapped so you can take them with you anywhere.

A Helpful Review: “I really enjoy these eye packs. The minute you take it out of the wrapper it starts warming up. So be sure you don’t take it out and leave it sitting for a while until you’re ready to use it because it may be cold by then! Put it on exactly when you take it out of the wrapper, lean back in your favorite recliner and relax for 30 minutes and enjoy the warm heat it puts out to your eyes and surrounding tissues. I love them and my eyes love them, too!!” — Kindle Customer

A Ceramic Hedgehog-Shaped Diffuser That Emits A Subtle Scent

Set the ambiance anywhere — in your office, bedroom, car, you name it — with this adorable hedgehog-shaped diffuser. Simply add your favorite soothing fragrance into the base, put the hedgehog on top, and the ceramic figure evenly distributes scent without requiring electricity, batteries, or heat.

A Helpful Review: “I have no idea how this thing works but it does. I put some essential oils drops on in right when I received it. It’s been only 4 days but it’s still somehow releasing scent. I will be interested to see how long it lasts. It’s already lasted longer than when I put drops in my electric diffuser. I like that it’s subtle, you don’t feel like you get hit in the face with scent when you walk into the room. Also, super cute.” — Amazon Customer

A Portable Sound Machine With 6 Noises From Thunderstorms To The Ocean Waves

This sound machine can be programmed to play six sounds ranging from a crashing waves in the ocean to white noise to create an ambient background that can improve sleep, focus, and concentration. It also has a timer that can be programmed for 30, 60, or 120 minutes to automatically turn off. This white noise machine can be charged via outlet or with batteries, so it’s even a great option for traveling.

A Helpful Review: “All of the different sounds are realistic, and the volume range is huge enough to satisfy any customer. It’s size is compact enough to easily take traveling, and you have the option of using batteries or plugging in. Plus, you can put it on a timer or run constant. If the only thing you could complain about is not having color options, then you know it’s a really good quality product! I’m going to find it hard to sleep without it! And it’s not just for sleeping white noise. I’ve used the calming rain and ocean during meditation time and bouts of unexpected anxiety.” — Amazon Customer

Calming Shower Steamers That Smell Like Eucalyptus & Peppermint

Turn your bathroom into a spa with these shower steamers. All you have to do is put one of these on the floor while you’re showering and let the steam and sprays fill the room with delicious eucalyptus or peppermint, which are scents said to have soothing effects. They’re made with natural essential oils and instantly upgrade your shower to something incredibly relaxing and fulfilling.

A Helpful Review: “Such great addition to an amazing evening shower experience. Very soothing and makes me not want to get off the bathroom. Smells really really good!” — Mel A Lasala

A Discreet Metal Fidget Card That Slides Back & Forth

These metal cards can be slid back and forth on their base with a really satisfying clicking sound that can be used to help ease your mind and busy your hand while you’re doing tricky tasks. This toy is small enough to fit into the palm of your hand, and you can bring it with you anywhere for stress-relief on the go.

A Helpful Review: “Love this fidget slider! Great stress reliever with a satisfying click and glide. The weighty metal feels nice in my hand, and the size is perfect for discreet fidgeting. Seems very well-made overall. Highly recommend!” — Kai

A Firm Traction Block That Can Help Improve Neck Posture

All you have to do is put this traction block on the floor, lay down on top of it, and adjust it to fit on your lower, middle, or upper neck to see some benefits. It has an adjustable three height design that can target different parts of your spine to help relieve tension, shoulder aches, and posture issues. It’s also a great way to create a deep stretch in your neck.

A Helpful Review: “The design is simple yet effective, and I appreciate how comfortable the padding feels during use. It’s easy to adjust, and the traction feels controlled and soothing. I’ve noticed an improvement in my posture and reduced headaches since incorporating this into my routine.” — Glover

A Highly Rated Self-Care Journal With Stickers & Habit Trackers

If you want to tap into your own mindfulness but don’t know where to start, check out this journal. It’s filled with prompts, open-ended questions, wellness trackers, weekly reviews, and habit tools to help you reflect on your life and anything you want to change or encourage. It even comes with sticker sheets, so it’s no shocker it has a 4.7-star rating on Amazon.

A Helpful Review: “I have never did a journal, but I was told to try it to help with my anxiety. This has so many different questions each day to guide you through and think positive about yourself. I’ve seen different ones but this is the perfect size and it has now become a habit and the journal goes everywhere with me.” — Sandy

A Plastic & Silicone Fidget Cube With 12 Stimulating Effects

This fidget cube has 12 stimulating effects — everything from buttons to a finger massager — that are great to help relieve feelings of unease and keep your hands busy, which can help break bad habits like nail biting or skin picking. It has four silent sides, some partially silent buttons, and one switch that has a satisfying loud click, so this cube is suitable for all situations.

A Helpful Review: “I love that it has both audible and silent options, making it versatile for different environments—perfect for quiet office settings and more casual, relaxed spaces. The cube feels sturdy and well-made, and the compact design means it fits easily in a pocket or bag. It even has a convenient carry case so I can take it anywhere. This fidget cube has been a great tool for managing anxiety and staying focused during long meetings or studying.” — Christian Perez

Satisfying, Colorful Putty You Can Stretch, Bounce & Twist

This magical putty is infused with metallic blue, purple, copper, and red tones that seem to change color in different light as you use it. It can be stretched, squished, bounced, popped, torn, sculpted, and played with to give your hand something to do while you’re thinking or feeling anxious. It’s made of nontoxic silicone and comes in a carrying tin.

A Helful Review: “LOVE this stuff! Not only is it beautiful to look at, but it is also fun and keeps my hands busy. I cannot recommend this stuff enough! I am a notoriously anxious person and this stuff is extremely helpful, as it keeps my hands preoccupied so I don’t pick at my nails/fingers/etc. I will definitely be purchasing more of this stuff to place throughout my environment so it’s always available when needed.” — SurvivoR423

Plant-Based Lavender Linen Spray For A More Relaxing Vibe

Spritz a little bit of this lavender spray on your linens, sheets, pillows, clothing, and more to instantly help create a more soothing and relaxing environment. It’s made with 100% plant-based ingredients and is free of parabens and phthalates. If lavender isn’t your go-to soothing smell, this spray comes in a variety of scents including eucalyptus, vanilla, and rose.

A Helpful Review: “Wonderful relaxing fragrance. I have been using this the past few nights to help me fall asleep. I have horrible insomnia, and after spraying this lightly on my pillow and sheet, it soothes me into a calm night. And I find that when I wake up during the night, which is very typical for me, I am easily able to doze back off. Highly recommended.” — Diane Barton

A Calming Sensory Activity Board With Silicone Strings

This activity board comes with long silicone strings that you can press into the swivel side or the dotted side to create all kinds of shapes, creating mazes and patterns to help with focus and stress reduction. Great for adults and kids, the board is a nice source of stress relief when you’re in quiet environments.

A Helpful Review: “I kept seeing these on Amazon and figured I would try them out. They were an absolute hit. I definitely enjoyed [disassembling] it more than putting it together but it was fun making different shapes on both sides. I think this will be a great addition to sensory kits for cars and schools.” — Jessica

Noise Reduction Ear Plugs That Are Basically Invisible

These ear plugs are clear with an acrylic base and silicone ear piece that makes them almost invisible in your ear. They’re great to reduce and filter out everyday noise overstimulation while still allowing you to hear speech clearly, making these a great way to reduce distractions so you can focus on the task at hand. Each set of ear plugs comes with four tips to fit your ear size.

A Helpful Review: “Im very sensitive to loud noises with a bonus of anxiety and I get very overwhelmed in noisy crowded spaces. I went to a very packed mall right after Christmas with these in and it was just a much better experience. I could still hear my husband clearly when he spoke to me but all the background noise was diluted significantly. I take them with me everywhere. If you needed a sign to get these instead of some basic foam earplugs this is it!” — Lana Ficke

A Popular Book About Mindfulness To Reduce Stress

If you’re interested in tuning into your mental health but don’t know where to start, check out this best-selling book Practicing Mindfulness by Matthew Sockolov, which reviewers agree is great for beginners and experts alike. It has 75 exercises designed to help you work through specific emotions and scenarios with the goal of being generally more mindful.

A Helpful Review: “This book is so easy to read and start implementing daily meditation practices daily. I love how the steps guide me and help me with an easy-to-use format. If you want to get started on practicing mindfulness but don’t know where to start, this is a great starting point!” — Olivia DeKatch

A Smooth & Polished Stone That You Can Rub To Relieve Stress

If repetitive rubbing is a helpful tool for you when you’re super stressed, this worry stone is a great thing to keep in your pocket. It’s smooth and polished with a small sized indentation designed to be satisfying when you rub your thumb back and forth across it. It fits nicely in your hand, pocket, or purse so you can carry your worry stone anywhere you might start to feel worried.

A Helpful Review: “The tiger’s eye healing stone I purchased is the perfect tool for my needs. Its size is fairly small and discreet, making it easy to carry around in my pocket. I can effortlessly pull it out during meetings and my clients don’t even notice. This stone has been instrumental in grounding my anxiety. The calming energy it emits has significantly improved my overall well-being. I’ve been using it for my healing rituals and the results have been remarkable.” — Adam Amorose

A Breathable Weighted Blanket Filled With 15 Pounds Of Glass Beads That Won’t Shift

This weighted blanket stands out because of the small 5-by-5-inch patch stitching throughout, which ensures the inner glass beads are evenly distributed and won’t get trapped on one side or the other while you relax. Along with the beads, it’s comprised of six other layers including alternative down filling and a skin-friendly microfiber surface that keeps this blanket comfortable, warm, and breathable.

A Helpful Review: “This blanket has been so helpful for me! I was without it for a week when I traveled and definitely noticed noticed a difference. I feel like I get a better nights sleep even when I go to bed feeling anxious about something. I fall asleep quicker too. Definitely recommend this to anyone.” — Laura

A Buttery Soft Scented Plushie That Doubles As A Heating Pad

Filled with flaxseed and soothing lavender, this stuffed animal is not only buttery soft but can also deliver up to 20 minutes of deeply penetrating heat, which is great for helping to calm the nervous system and ease menstrual pain. It can also be frozen and used as an ice pack to cool yourself down if you’re outside on a warm day or as an adorable way to ice joints and muscles.

A Helpful Review: “What sets this stuffed animal apart is its functionality. It can be heated or cooled, making it a versatile companion for both soothing and comforting purposes. The heating pad inside can be microwaved to provide warmth and relief for cramps and pain. The cool pad can be placed in the freezer to create a cooling sensation, which is great for reducing inflammation or for anxiety relief. […] Lavender is known for its calming properties, and having it infused in the stuffed animal creates a soothing and comforting environment. The scent is not overpowering but provides a subtle and pleasant aroma.” — Edna

An Aesthetic Glass Incense Holder That Traps & Catches Ash

The design of this incense holder is what makes it absolutely brilliant to fill your space with your favorite soothing scent without leaving a mess to clean up. It has a tall glass box with a clamp at the top to hold the incense stick upside down. This way, the scent rises into your room while ash falls into the glass container for easy clean up.

A Helpful Review: “I burn incense whenever I have company or while cooking. It is soothing and relaxing. This unit is my regular operating unit because it is so easy to clean and works for my shorter sticks of incense. This unit makes worrying about knocking over, being blown out by movement, etc, a non-issue.” — KRA

Bubble Popping Toys That Help Redirect Stress While You Play

These sensory toys feature dozens of little bubbles that you can pop back and forth, which can help relieve stress and irritability. Think of them like reusable bubble wrap. They’re soft and skin-friendly without any sharp edges. You can even use them while you’re relaxing in a nice bath.

A Helpful Review: “The material is kind of soft, you don’t have to push hard and theymake a little popping noise whenever you press them (this sound is not loud, I would describe it as a pleasing sound.) This kind of fidget toy is a great distraction [from] body-focused repetitive behaviors, it won’t stop them completely, [but] it gives you something else to do. I also found it helpful for directing general anxiety and stress at!” — Molly C.

A Facial Ice Roller That Feels Amazing & May Help Promote Blood Circulation

Gently move this ice roller over your skin — from your under eyes to neck to cheeks. It not only feels as luxurious and relaxing as a spa treatment, but the brand says the cold can boost circulation and revitalize your skin. It can also be massaged around your eye socket and temples to relieve fatigue and headaches, as well as over big muscles in your arms and legs to soothe.

A Helpful Review: “I didn’t expect too much when bought. It’s perfect. You just throw it in the freezer and use it anytime. It rolls way better than I expected. I use it for muscle soreness and headaches. It’s also good with anxiety relief using it on arms and neck to relax.” — Click

A Quiet & Compact Fidget Toy That Can Be Squeezed & Rolled

The most important thing about getting a fidget toy is finding the one that feels good for you, and this one is great if you want something you can squeeze, roll, and keep in your pocket for easy access. Reviewers love how compact and discreet it is. Plus, you can even use it to massage muscles for added relaxation.

A Helpful Review: “What I love most is how compact and discreet it is. You can use it without drawing attention, whether you’re in a meeting or just relaxing at home. If you’re a fidgeter or someone who appreciates well-made, stress-relieving tools, this one’s definitely worth trying.” — Christian

Mini Aromatherapy Balms You Can Inhale Or Apply To Pulse Points

Infused with 100% natural essential oil blends, these balms are made of shea butter, moringa, and beeswax that you can either sniff for a deep relaxing inhale or apply to pulse points like your wrist or neck to receive that balm’s specific benefit. They come in six different blends to help you de-stress, sleep, or boost your mind, depending on what you need.

A Helpful Review: “Oh these have worked perfectly! I am so happy I got the sample pack and will be buying it again if I run out of something. I use every one of the sticks. They have really helped with my anxiety and to help me relax enough to sleep at night.” — Brit

Bright Fidget Toys That Snap & Click Into Different Shapes

These fidget toys can be great for anyone who struggles with nail biting or skin picking when you’re stressed out. Each toy is comprised of 24 links that each pivot and lock into five positions so you can build all kinds of shapes with a satisfying click. One reviewer even mentions wearing it on her arm like a bracelet for easy access when she’s stressed.

A Helpful Review: “These are my all time favorite fidget to keep around, and I literally keep them in every room/bag/car. The clicks are super satisfying, and they’re a nice almost matte texture.” — Stephanie

An Eye Massager With Heating Pads & A Built-In Speaker

This eye mask does everything. It has a skin-friendly faux leather interior with built-in heating pads that warm to 107 degrees, which can help relieve sore eyes and headaches. It has six compression bags that massage the pressure points around your eyes to reduce stress and encourage relaxation. And it has a built-in Bluetooth speaker to play songs or calming sounds.

A Helpful Review: “I have issues with falling relaxing and falling asleep. This is a game changer. It has heat, massage, and music all at perfect relaxing levels. You can pick and choose which ones you want to use. It also is Bluetooth so you can choose your own music. It automatically shuts off so you don’t have to worry about being awake to shut off.” — Ashley Betancourt

A Best-Selling Grounding Mat That’s Said To Improve Sleep & Encourage Wellness

This grounding mat connects to the earth using the grounded electrical outlet in your home, sending slight negative charges into the mat, which the brand says works subtly over time to improve sleep, reduce stress, and boost energy. It can be rolled up to easily store and because it’s so portable it’s easy to use anywhere from at your standing desk to on the floor while you’re meditating.

A Helpful Review: “I didn’t really have a high expectation but I bought it for fun. I use it in the morning when I am applying my makeup. It’s about 30 minutes. Bare feet on the mat as instructed. The first day my anxiety level was negative and I slept like a baby. I now try to ground (weather permitting) outside barefoot on the grass as much as possible and still use the mat for 30 minutes each morning. Take a chance. I did and am happy I did. You won’t walk on water but you may feel amazing” — Lynne Fitzpatrick

Liquid Bubbling Timers That Look Like Old-School Lava Lights

For a mesmerizing desktop show that gives retro lava lamp vibes, check out this liquid timer. As you flip it one way or the other the colorful bubbles leisurely rise to the top in a hypnotic way that can not only keep you on task but also add a relaxing vibe to your life. The bubbler toy is durable and comes in a few different color combinations.

A Helpful Review: “They each come in their own boxes which is GREAT if you’d like to gift one or both. Very sturdy plastic and just as described. Great value for the price and wonderful to reduce anxiety.” — N.A.I.

A Posture-Improving Meditation Cushion With A Near-Perfect Rating

This meditation cushion is stuffed with 100% buckwheat hulls and topped with an ultra comfortable foam padding to give you a soft place to sit on the floor. The way it’s designed, it places you in a natural seated position that lowers your legs which can help improve posture, reduce stress on joints, boost circulation, and ease back pain as you focus and meditate. It’s no surprise it has a 4.8-star rating.

A Helpful Review: “This cushion is incredibly comfortable and supportive, even for extended meditation sessions. The generous size and perfect height help maintain posture while relieving pressure on my hips and knees. It’s ideal for floor seating, making any sitting position feel natural and relaxed.” — Ahmed Ben Dhaou

A Calming Lavender & Thyme Candle With 50 Hours Of Burn Time

This candle is made of natural soy wax blend and is infused with all-natural lavender and thyme essential oils to give you up to 50 hours of calming and serene scent in your home. It has a stunning frosted glass jar so you can see the satisfying flicker of the flame as it burns. And it has a wooden lid to evenly put the fire out without creating a mess.

A Helpful Review: “I recently purchased this candle, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. The smell is amazing. It takes a while before the scent fills the room (small). Burns evenly and does not smoke up after being smothered. The price was great. I will be sad when it is gone. I purchased more of the Chesapeake Bay candles in different scents. I will purchase again. Burning time is great.” — Amazon Customer

Teeny, Best-Selling Squishy Toys In A Ton Of Fun & Vibrant Shapes

What could be more fun and stress relieving than an entire bucket filled with tiny squishy toys? With 24 pieces that include everything from animals to fruit to flowers, the toys are made of super soft rubber that feels so good in your hands when you poke, squish, or stretch them.

A Helpful Review: “I have super bad anxiety and have a bad time focusing. The squishies help keep my focus and are super cute. They last a while and are super soft.” — Madison

A Buttery Soft Eye Pillow Filled With Lavender Buds & Weighted Flax Seeds

This eye pillow has a buttery soft satin exterior and is stuffed with whole organic lavender buds and organic flax seeds to give you the calming lavender sensation and a slightly weighted feel on your face. It can be put in the freezer or microwave for added cooling or warming effects. It exerts just enough gentle pressure on the eyes to feel amazing and encourage relaxation.

A Helpful Review: “Love how this eye pillow feels and rests on my eyes in addition to it blocking out light. The light lavender scent is pleasant and the softness is soothing. Wonderful for resting my eyes, meditating, taking a nap or going to sleep!” — nhlulu

An LED Light That Projects Relaxing Ocean-Like Scenes Onto Your Wall Or Ceiling

This LED light projects relaxing and mesmerizing water waves onto your wall or ceiling, offering you the calming effects of being near the ocean without leaving your own home. The light patterns reproduce sea or pool waves reflected in the sun, which, some would argue, is one of the most relaxing backgrounds you can find. It also has a built-in speaker to play music or meditations from your phone.

A Helpful Review: “Easy to use and portable so we can take it with us on vacation. Soothing lights and can plug into a cellphone for music.” — KBR

Scented Magnesium-Infused Bath Flakes With Salt From The Dead Sea

This isn’t an ordinary bath salt — not only is it comprised with salt from the Dead Sea, but it’s also infused with magnesium to help relax and soothe tired and sore muscles. Great for after a workout or when you’re feeling particularly stressed, this bath salt dissolves quickly in warm water and also has hints of lavender to smell amazing.

A Helpful Review: “The bath salt flakes are made with Dead Sea salt, magnesium, and lavender oil, which all work together to relax your muscles and soothe your mind. I love using them. It’s a great way to relax and relieve stress. The lavender scent is soothing and the magnesium bath salt flakes are a stronger alternative to Epsom salt. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone looking for a relaxing bath experience.” — Lashello

An Aromatherapy Diffuser With A Cool Flame Effect

Not only does this diffuser fill your space with a relaxing scent, but it also has a touchable flame effect that’s so cool and quite mesmerizing to look at. It has a 180-milliliter water tank that can work for up to eight hours before it needs to be refilled. And it’s ridiculously quiet so you can turn it on in the background and forget about it.

A Helpful Review: “We used it to diffuse essential oil through the night. It worked perfectly. The full tank lasted 8 hours or a little more. It works well. The lights are pretty bright, not for a good night’s sleep, but you can turn them off, and they work as well. I would certainly recommend it.” — Jorge Rojas

Hand Grip Popper Toys That Helps Relieve Stress

These popper fidgets have two brilliant purposes. They can be squeezed in the palm of your hand to not only act as a fidget toy to keep anxious hands busy but they also act as an occupational therapy ball to increase hand strength and coordination. They also feature two suction cups in the center that make a very satisfying snapping sound.

A Helpful Review: “I have anxiety and ADHD. I’ve had a couple of stress toys that are technically liquid filled and would break overtime. I ran into this colorful little fidget toy and decided to give it a shot. I’m loving the popping sound and the rubber gives it a comfortable feel. Will buy again.” — Monster Matt

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