Supportive Gift Guide for Highly Sensitive People

Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) are very thoughtful and tend to put a lot of energy into gift-giving during holidays and special occasions, but they are often disappointed when it comes to receiving gifts. HSPs struggle to ask directly for what they need and loved ones may not be as perceptive to subtle hints.

This inspired me to create a list of my favorite resources that double as perfect gifts for Highly Sensitive kids, teens, or adults. If you’re an HSP yourself, you can share this list with family and friends (or treat yourself to something nice!). All the books and gifts listed below have been chosen because they help increase self-awareness and manage overwhelm which are essential for any HSP to thrive.

Gift Ideas for Highly Sensitive Adults

Help the HSP enjoy more downtime or support their favorites:

• Donate to a Cause They Care About

• Gift Certificates to Support Their Favorite Places or Services:

  • Massage Therapist, Bodyworker, or Hair Stylist

  • Local Theatre, Bookstore, or Restaurant

  • Museum Membership

  • Retreat Center or Hotel

• House Cleaning or Child Care Services

• Box Subscription such as Broglie Box or Authentic Books

• Gratitude Journal or Stationery

• Plants, Teas, or something for their animals

Book Suggestions

• The Highly Sensitive Person

• The Highly Sensitive Person in Love

• The Undervalued Self

• The Highly Sensitive Man

• Mindfulness Workbook for Stress Relief

Sensory Soothing Gifts

• Mosaic Weighted Blankets for Adults + Kids

• Soft Clothing such as PACT Organic Fair Trade Apparel

• Phillips Gentle Alarm Clock

• White Noise Sound Machine

• Ear Plugs or Noise Cancelling Headphones

• Sleep Eye Mask

Books & Gifts for Highly Sensitive Teens

The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens: Overcome Self-Criticism

Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverted Kids

Brainstorm: The Power & Purpose of the Teenage Brain

Diary of a Teenage Empath

Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert’s Story

The Introvert Activity Book

Stress Ball or Fidget Toys

Books & Gifts for Highly Sensitive Kids

My Great Big Feelings

All Too Much for Oliver

Aidan Finds His Way

Coping Skills Workbook for Kids: Dealing with Stress, Anxiety & Anger

Breathe Like a Bear: Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused

Mini Sphere to Support Mindful Breathing

Mindful Kids Activity Cards: For Calm, Focus and Peace

Mosaic Weighted Blankets

Sensory Bottles or Toys

Additional Resources

12 Ways to Reduce the Overstimulation of the Holidays

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