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As the holidays are quickly approaching, we’ve reached the time when everyone is making lists of what to give their friends and family this year. If you’re feeling a little stumped on gift ideas or wanting to come up with something extra special this holiday season, what about getting those you care about a massage? Giving a massage as a holiday gift is a great option for just about anyone — adults, teens, senior citizens — and is perfect for people of any profession or situation in life, from those who are stressed at their job to athletes to those with chronic conditions like arthritis or cancer.
That’s because massage has so many benefits, including stress relief, pain relief for tight or sore muscles, and ultimately relaxation. A massage gift certificate tucked into a holiday card may seem unassuming, but the effects of this present will be powerful. There are several reasons a massage is the perfect holiday gift for anyone (and an easy yet thoughtful gift for you to give) that we encourage you to consider when thinking of gift ideas for those you love:
It’s Personalized Gift
Since everyone has different reasons for needing to be pampered, this is a gift that is relevant for everyone and really keeps on giving. A massage is a personal experience, as each individual has different areas of their body that need it the most, and it has lasting benefits for the person receiving it. Everyone has their own reasons for needing to relax and de-stress, so the act of massage will bring positive results specific to that them. This can be far better than gifting a physical object that you aren’t exactly sure they’ll like or even have a true use for. A massage certificate doesn’t just sit on the shelf collecting dust.
It Means More
The person you gift the massage to will never forget that you wanted to take care of them. Maybe they work really hard or hold family responsibilities and rarely have time — or money — to spend on themselves. Maybe they’ve even forgotten that taking that time is important for their health and well being. This gift tells them, “I know you need time for yourself, and I’m giving that to you because I care.” That’s not something easily forgotten, and it really does mean a lot. Plus, you might help encourage them to start regularly giving themselves time to be pampered.
It Relieves Stress
Most people are perpetually stressed these days. Why not give them something to bring more calm into their lives? The holidays bring wonderful merriness, travel, food, and family events that can be lots of fun… but also rather tiring and stressful at the end of the day. That means a little extra stress relief after the holidays can be especially important. With a massage waiting for them, your loved one can go home knowing they have a gift that will provide a welcome respite from all the craziness and frenzy.
It Relieves Pain
Stress is just one part of the equation; let’s not forget pain relief. Many people deal with stiff shoulders, necks, and backs from working at their desk jobs, or maybe they have pains from physical work. In addition, holiday activities, such as bringing decorations out of the basement, hanging lights on the trees or house, and bending over the stove for hours, can add up to strain and pain as well. A massage is perfect for this, as it helps relieves tight, stiff, and sore muscles by improving circulation and flexibility and bringing relief to those tight spots. You can give them a gift to help alleviate these problems, which they might not have realized was possible before.
You Avoid the Shopping Madness
A massage gift provides benefits for you, as well! Let’s not ignore the fact that while shopping for holiday gifts for loved ones can be fun and fulfilling, it can also be stressful. Mall crowds, store lines, and jammed traffic are especially common before and during the holidays as everyone is bustling around buying for others. And those crowds get old really quickly. But buying someone a massage is simple. You can purchase the gift certificate over the internet, completely avoiding the holiday lines and madness, and print if off in the comfort of your own home.
Then, you can make it extra special with card containing a handwritten note to let them know how much their comfort, relaxation, and happiness means to you. This gives you more time to spend on other areas of holiday preparation while knowing your chose a gift (or two, or three, or more!) that is special for those who are special to you. Vivanti is happy to have many printable gift certificates to choose from as holiday gifts for those you hold dear. You can download them instantly, add your own personalized message to your card, and have your thoughtful gift ready to go immediately. Consider it our special little gift to you this holiday season!