Five last minute gift ideas for writers
It happens every year, without fail. My husband thinks about his gift shopping the week before Christmas. Since I’m the primary person he shops for, I spend the week giving him ideas of what to buy me.
In that spirit, I thought I’d give all the writers out there a few ideas for the last minute shoppers in their lives, so they can get something truly special on Christmas Day. Because … well, we writers deserve that!
Taste the Inspiration
Label each of the six chocolate-filled ornaments inside this beautiful package from Sugar Plum with an inspirational quote and motivate your writer to finish the year strong by opening one each day until New Year’s Eve. There’s nothing like a sweet treat reward for sitting down to compose during this busy time of year. This gift will say it all: you and the time you put towards your craft are worthy of all the deliciousness in the world.
Feel the Love
Writers have rituals. Some light a candle. Some say a prayer. I tend to sit at my laptop and lavish my hands with fragrant, moisturizing lotion. The sensorial experience sets me up for success. (Writers are all about rituals and routines, by the way — the writer you love will appreciate your knowledge of this fact.)
Breathe in Peace
Writers: Wear this mindful breathing necklace. Sit down at your laptop. Slow your breath. Calm your body and mind. Then WRITE. Mindful breathing reduces stress and anxiety, increase positivity, relax the mind, improve concentration, improve posture while sitting at their desk. Plus, the company that sells this is 100% female-run and has a “crystal karma” program whereby they donate a portion of their profits to non-profit organizations that work to provide health care to children with respiratory diseases in developing countries. This. Is. Everything.
Boost your Spirits
So, writers love words and stories. And if you collect words and stories about them from people they know and love, then let Fondfolio put them in one-of-a-kind book, you’ve got yourself a gift that your beloved writer can read anytime rejection or imposter syndrome kicks them in the gut. Which, unfortunately, happens a lot in this business. This has the potential to be your favorite writer’s favorite book.
Experience the Chocolate
Chocolate + Tea = WHAT???? Where has this been all my life? First discovered by the ancient Mayan and Aztec civilizations thousands of years ago, cacao tea (also known as chocolate tea or cocoa tea) has incredible mood and immune-boosting properties and is high in antioxidants. 100% pure and organic. Completely sugar-free, caffeine-free, gluten-free, dairy-free and GMO-free. No artificial flavoring, additives or preservatives. O.M.G. Get it. Gift it. Enjoy it.