Sending Strength in Hard Times - Our Top 10 Gifts for Difficult Days

Sadly, hard times come to everyone's life sooner or later. Whether it's a bereavement like the loss of a loved one or family pet. They might be having difficulties in work, love or life. It could be facing a cancer diagnosis, undergoing chemotherapy treatment or having an operation. Mental health problems too like depression, PND or anxiety, the list of challenges we can all face goes on.

In situations like this, people can end up swamped with bunches of flowers and boxes of chocolates. While they'll usually be appreciated, they don't last. Unfortunately, the difficulty they're facing will often take a lot longer to work through and it's important to let them know you'll be there for them through the long haul. 

Our collection of inspirational gifts are a heartfelt way to send someone the love, support and strength they need to get through whatever challenge they're facing right now and they all last a lot longer than flowers and chocolates. These gifts let someone know you're in their corner, you've got their back and are always thinking of them. 

1. This Joma Jewellery A Little Strength Bracelet is the perfect reminder that a little strength goes a long way. 

A beautiful little gold acorn hangs from simple silver beads on this lovely bracelet. It's presented on a branded Joma Jewellery card which reads 'a little STRENGTH this tiny acorn reminds each day that a little strength goes a long way'. A thoughtful way to remind someone how strong they really are and that you are there to support them no matter what challenge they're going through. Whether they've lost someone close to them, facing a challenge at work or something completely different, this bracelet can be worn every day as a constant reminder of the strength they have within. 

2. This delicate porcelain heart is a popular one from East of India. Made from high quality porcelain, this rounded heart decoration has the touching sentiment 'Remember you are braver than you believe stronger than you feel and smarter than you think' etched on the front in dark grey, with a sweet heart motif for minimal decoration; there's a piece of twine thread through the top of the heart for easy hanging.

 3. From Joma Jewellery's bracelet range; a little ‘Thinking of You’ Bracelet.

A silver flower outline charm hangs between round silver beads; the bracelet is perfectly presented on a branded card with the title ‘Thinking of You’ in black text and the sentiment ‘this little flower I give to you just to say I'm thinking of you’. The card is finished with gold flower petals scattered allover. A gorgeous little gift.

4. This delicate 'Strength' adjustable crystal bracelet makes a perfect little gift for someone who needs it.

The nylon cord expands to easily slip onto any sized wrist and can be tightened to fit.  This crystal bracelet features three healing crystals, carefully chosen for the properties that they contain. Aquamarine has properties for strength courage and balance. Amethyst has properties for patience, healing and calm. Citrine has properties for confidence, stability and energy. 

5. A sweet scented candle to say 'Thinking Of You' from Lilyflame, Britain's best loved candle makers.

A thoughtful gift with a simple, heartfelt message, delicate, sweet scent with a little sparkle. A reminder that someone special is in your thoughts. 

6. A Thinking of You Pocket Hug is the perfect gesture to show that someone is in your thoughts. 

Each WishStrings oak carved token is presented on a beautifully designed quality 350gsm gloss card, and has the sentiment 'A little wish to say I'm thinking of you'. 

7. This boxed Guardian Angel is another popular item from East of India. A small boxed wooden guardian angel, with the touching sentiment 'A little guardian angel just for you' printed into the box. 

8. Sometimes all that is needed is a card with a message, and this Apple Blossom Thinking Of You Card is perfect for this. 

A contemporary greeting card with gold hot foiled finish. Matched with a grey envelope. Apple Blossom is a range by Megan Claire, a contemporary greeting card company based in Northamptonshire, England. Each design is drawn by Megan herself using beautiful foil finishes, handdrawn illustrations and clever typography.

9. This delicate little glass jar of Ruby Zoisite crystal chips are the perfect gift.

Ruby Zoisite is known for its properties, such as courage, vatality and strength. These worry crystals are presented on a card, with the sentiment 'take a deep breath when you need to tell us your worries and it will comfort you'.

10. This beautiful 'Eau So Loved' diffuser is part of the Eau Lovely Collection by Rachel McCann. Designed to help you build the happiest life possible through the power of essential oils, natural crystals and affirmations. 

It's a perfect gift to remind someone that they are so loved.

Eau Lovely is a collection built to create the happiest life possible. Founded by Rachel McCann she believes that being positive is good for your health. Fascinated by the link between essential oils and good health she created this collection to bring the benefits of essential oils together with the properties of natural crystals to enhance your home and health.