Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom, who has an interest in meditation and mindfulness coaching, there are several gift ideas that can help her deepen her practice and enhance her overall well-being. Here are a few thoughtful and meaningful gift options to consider for her birthday:

1. Meditation Cushion: A high-quality meditation cushion, also known as a zafu or a yoga bolster, can provide your mom with a comfortable and supportive seat during her meditation sessions. Look for one that suits her preferred meditation style, whether it's sitting cross-legged or on a kneeling bench.

2. Guided Meditation Subscription: Consider gifting your mom a subscription to a meditation app or an online platform that offers a wide range of guided meditation sessions. This will give her access to various meditation teachers and techniques that can assist her in deepening her practice.

3. Mindfulness Journal: Encourage your mom to reflect on her meditation practice and daily experiences with a mindfulness journal. Look for one that includes prompts and exercises to help her cultivate gratitude, self-reflection, and stress reduction.

4. Essential Oil Diffuser: Aromatic essential oils can enhance the ambiance and relaxation of a meditation space. Choose a diffuser that offers various settings, such as different time intervals and light options, to create a calming and soothing environment for her meditation sessions.

5. Mindfulness Retreat or Workshop: Treat your mom to a mindfulness retreat or workshop that aligns with her interests. This could be a weekend getaway focused on meditation, mindfulness, and self-growth. Look for renowned facilitators or retreat centers that offer programs in a serene and peaceful setting.

6. Inspirational Books: Consider gifting your mom inspiring books about meditation, mindfulness, or personal growth. Look for titles written by renowned authors, such as "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle or "Wherever You Go, There You Are" by Jon Kabat-Zinn.

7. Personalized Meditation Playlist: Create a personalized meditation playlist for your mom with calming music and nature sounds. Include tracks that resonate with her, such as those with Tibetan singing bowls, gentle piano melodies, or sounds of nature like ocean waves or the forest.

8. Mindfulness Art or Decor: Purchase or create art pieces or decor items that remind your mom of her mindfulness practice. Consider a beautiful Buddha statue, a framed quote about mindfulness, or a calming painting that can be displayed in her meditation space.

Remember, it's not just about the gift itself, but the thought and intention behind it. Regardless of what you choose, expressing your love and appreciation for your mom's interests will make the gift truly meaningful and special.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”