The gift of mindfulness is one of the best gifts you can give a loved one. Our collection of meditation and mindfulness gifts are designed to support those wanting to live a calmer and more purposeful life. Whether you're looking for books to expand your knowledge on the subject of yoga, meditation or mindfulness or searching for useful tools to help improve your practice, here at Yogamatters we have a wide selection of gifts for you or a loved one.

What to gift someone who is into meditation?
The best gift for those into mediation is something that is mindful, calming and will help support their practice. There are a variety of meditation gifts available here at Yogamatters that are perfect for the meditators in your life. From meditation cushions and yoga blankets to aromatherapy candles, essential oils, mindful books and energy cleansing ritual kits, we've got it all.

What are wellness gifts for anxiety?
Some of the best wellness gifts for those suffering from anxiety are products which focus on relaxation and mindfulness. One of the best ways to help reduce anxiety is through sense of smell, therefore we recommend gifting sets of essential oils, bath salts and aromatherapy candles. Another great well gift for those with anxiety is a mindful activity that can help distract the mind such as a wellness workbook or jigsaw puzzle.

How do beginners start meditating?
As a beginner to meditation, the idea of it may seem daunting at first but there are a few simple steps you can take to beginning your practice. For your first meditation session we recommend you sit alone in a quiet place where you will not be disturbed and get comfortable. For the seating position, you can choose to either lie down on your bed or yoga mat or sit in a cross-legged position on the floor, using a meditation cushion for added support if you wish. Once you're settled in your position, simply close your eyes and take slow deep breaths in and out - the key to successful meditation is to focus on your breathing and clear your mind of any thoughts except 'breathe in' and 'breathe out'. For your first session as a beginner we recommend attempting this breathing exercise for 10 minutes. Browse through our collection of meditation books for further advice.