6 Gifts for Mental and Physical Wellness Pt. 2

2. Animal Companionship

The company of animals can have a profound impact on a person’s quality of life and ability to recover from illnesses. A pet can be a source of comfort and can help us to live mentally healthier lives.

On a cold winter day, snuggle with a warm kitten with a visit to a cat café. Starting with a search in your area, you can (purr)chase reservations in advance to gift to your loved one. Oftentimes, the café doubles as an opportunity to adopt a new friend!

3. Spirituality And Religion

Whether it’s going to church, meditating daily, or simply finding time to reflect over cup of tea each morning – it can be important for your loved one to connect with their spiritual side in order to find that mind and body connection.

If your loved one loves yoga, a subscription to the app Down Dog ($60 for a one-year membership) will give them access to a variety of trainer-guided yoga practices that range in difficulty levels and last anywhere between 5-minutes to one and a half hour sessions.

If your loved one enjoys meditation, Headspace is an app that offers hundreds of themed and mini guided sessions that focus on stress, sleep, focus, and anxiety ($12.99/month or $95/year).