The holidays are upon us. According to the American Psychology Association, thirty-eight percent of people said their stress levels increased during the holiday season.

What’s with the lack of holiday cheer? 

Close to 70 percent of people feel anxious over a “lack of time,” 69 percent are stressed by a “lack of money,” and 51 percent are worried over the “pressure to give or get gifts.”

Too much stress and anxiety can take a toll on individuals, leading to health problems like headaches, sleep disturbances, fatigue, exhaustion, difficulty concentrating, short temper, nausea, depressive episodes, loss of appetite and more.

How can CBD help? CBD, or cannabidiol, has been shown to positively impact certain receptors in the brain, inducing a sense of calm and relaxation in some users. It’s derived from the cannabis sativa plant, and its non-psychoactive and non-addictive properties make it an ideal way to manage pain without using prescription drugs, painkillers or dangerous, habit-forming opioids. 

A 2019 poll found that one in seven Americans are using CBD for a variety of issues like exercise-related inflammation, seizures, joint pain, arthritis and more. 

CBD has also shown promising results in helping people living with a variety of mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. 

Do you know someone struggling with high stress, anxiety or seasonal affective disorder during this time of year? Make their holiday a little brighter with stress-reducing gifts like massages or anxiety-fighting CBD.

1. Bath pillow
   A luxury bath pillow like this one provides neck support, fits comfortably to the upper back, and is held securely in place with suction cups.
   
2. Salt lamp
   Salt lamps contain Himalayan rock salt that radiates a soothing amber glow, creating a calming atmosphere that induces a sense of peace and relaxation.
   
3. 1218 CBD oil 
   1218’s stress-fighting CBD oil formula contains hemp grown organically in the U.S. without pesticides, herbicides and chemical fertilizers. The CBD is extracted using pressurized carbon dioxide and contains only natural and organic ingredients like aloe, almond oil and sunflower oil. CBD oil can be consumed with liquid, placed under the tongue, cooked into edibles like gummy candies or brownies and even applied topically. 
   
4. Coupons for a spa day or massage
   Who doesn’t love a relaxing massage? The integrative medicine technique is growing in popularity as a way to treat a wide array of medical conditions. 
   
   Massages can help with reducing stress or pain and easing muscle tension, as well as improve issues like fibromyalgia, anxiety, digestive disorders, headaches, insomnia, sports injuries, soft tissue strains, headaches and more. 
   
5. Essential oil diffuser 
   Aromatherapy is a wonderful way to create a relaxing environment, soothe the brain and prepare for a restful night of sleep. Essential oils can bring a sense of relaxation to a bedroom or bathroom. Many oil diffusers come with automatic timers, light settings and some even double as cool mist humidifiers, an ideal option if you reside in a dry climate or frequently run your home’s heating system. 
   
6. 1218 CBD cream
   CBD creams are great for soothing inflammation, muscle aches, joint pain and even aches from arthritis. Our cream formulas contain 99% pure CBD, vitamin E, shea butter, terpene-rich organic essential oils, natural emollients and Dead Sea salt for fast-acting relief.