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While technology has made it
easier than ever to stay in touch, replicating the joy experienced
through quality time with friends and family is a lofty task. It’s
an overwhelming time for many, but these unexpected, hands-free
gifts and gestures can go a long way in showing your loved ones
youre thinking about them.
Help them ease into a mindfulness practice.
Whether or not you were already in the habit of taking
some time regularly to meditate, the practice could be extra
helpful for your mental health now. Meditation apps like
Calm and
Headspace can be used anytime, anywhere, and offer
tailored meditations for specific circumstances, whether it’s
getting better sleep, starting your day, or meditations solely
focused on exercise. While your loved ones can download Headspace
or Calm for free, we’d recommend sending them the cost of the
subscription on
Venmo.
Give a gift card or subscription to a music streaming
service.
Concerts and shows may be canceled for the unforeseen future,
but shower performances are very much encouraged. A great playlist
serves as an equally great mood booster, so a free month of their
favorite music streaming service can keep them dancing until their
favorite artist is back on tour. To keep their spirits high, send
your loved one a gift card or subscription to
Spotify or
Apple Music. Be sure to select the Digital option for
Spotify and the Email option for Apple Music for a completely
hands-free experience.
Share a streaming bundle that checks off all the
boxes.
Sporting events have been canceled and Disney parks are
temporarily closed. Thankfully, Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu can be
purchased together in a
bundle on Hulu.com. Electronic gift cards can be
purchased online through retailers like
Target and
Walmart.
Take the burden out of grocery shopping.
For those in quarantine, a typically simple task like grocery
shopping can be significantly more difficult. Check in with your
friend or family member to find out whether theyre really up for
cooking and send what they need through a delivery service like
FreshDirect. Another creative idea is a gift card for
a meal kit service: The Today Show recommends
Blue Apron, which offers
approachable recipes for beginners and provides all necessary
ingredients (it has vegetarian options, too). To keep both parties
safe, choose the “leave at the door” or “unattended delivery”
option when possible in order to reduce contact with the delivery
person.
Gift a video message from their favorite
celebrity.
Perhaps the most coveted virtual gift of all! In times when we
can’t physically be there for each other,
Cameo is stacked with an assortment of celebrities who
willcreate personalized videos for someone you care about. This
unique concept is a fun way to check in on a friend, and it’s sure
to be a day maker. The cost of a Cameo video is set individually by
each of the talent.[:]