8 Back-to-School Gift Ideas for Teachers
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Back to school is approaching, and you know what that means - IT’S TIME TO SHOWER THE TEACHERS YOU LOVE WITH GIFTS (that is what it means, right?)!
Or if you’re a teacher, maybe you want to shower yourself in stress-relieving, self-love-boosting, self-compassion-encouraging gifts. We’ve all gotta treat ourselves from time to time after all.
If you are familiar with the mission here at The Teacher Wellness Center, you already know that the gift ideas below were selected with teacher wellbeing in mind.
They are centered around stress relief, self-care and self-compassion - 3 concepts I teach in my coaching programs that are essential for burnout prevention.
I hope these ideas serve as an inspiration if you’re planning on getting a gift for a teacher you care about. Or if you decide to get one of these gifts for yourself - well, that right there, my friend, is a beautiful act of self-care!
Before checking out these gifts, don’t forget to give yourself the #1 gift all teachers deserve (and spoiler: this one doesn’t cost a thing):
GIFTS TO RELAX THE BODY after teaching on your feet all day
Aromatherapy Shower Steamers
For the teacher who wants to relax their muscles after being up and on their feet all day. Aromatherapy is a (rather glorious, in my opinion) sensory experience that can help you wind down or help energize your day, depending on which scents you choose to treat yourself with.
Microwave Heating Pad for Neck and Shoulders
If you have never experienced one of these, buckle up for some relaxation. This is a great option for a teachers that hold tension in their neck, shoulders, and back. Heat it up in the microwave at the end of your day and enjoy the relaxation from both the warmth and aromatherapy of this heating pad.
Weighted Blanket
Weighted blankets use deep pressure stimulation, which is thought to stimulate the production of a mood-boosting hormone, reduce the stress hormone (cortisol), and increase levels of melatonin, the hormone that helps you sleep. This may help improve overall sleep quality. If you or a teacher you know struggles with getting quality sleep, this is a great gift to consider!
Electrolyte Powder for Dehydration Relief
We all know hydrating is important, but sometimes it’s hard to get the hydration you need during a busy school day. This is a lower sugar, doctor-approved electrolyte option that can help you stay hydrated. And staying hydrated can improve your mood, keep you energized, prevent muscle fatigue, and help you prevent and recover from illness.
GIFTS TO RELAX THE MIND after a day of being “on” for your students
52 Stress Less and Self-Care Cards
This unique Self Care Deck contains 52 extremely effective exercises for mindfulness, meditation, anxiety relief, stress management, self care, relaxation & more. These powerful exercises can be quickly memorized and used at school or at home, by yourself or even with your students!
Affirmators! Evening Mantras
For the teacher who has trouble turning off their thinking mind after a day of…well…thinking! This set of cards gives you one small reflection each day to help remind you to unwind and leave the thoughts of the day behind you.
World’s of Wonder: Coloring Book for the Curious
For teachers with a creative flair! Art is a wonderful way to calm the mind and relieve mental stress and anxiety after a long day, and this particular coloring book has some absolutely delightful artwork.
Create Your Own Calm: A Journal for Calming Anxiety
If you or someone you know suffers from feelings of overwhelm or anxiety when the school year starts picking up speed, this journal may help. It’s filled with great reflections to help calm the mind and get back into the present moment. If you love processing through writing, I highly recommend checking this one out!
I hope you find this list helpful as you search for gifts for the teachers you care about!
Here’s to creating a happier, healthier school year - for you and all the teachers you care about :)
Until next week,
Emily Hemmingson
Health Coach for Teachers
Creator of The Teacher Wellness Center Membership Community
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