Carrying a calming companion in your purse, pocket, desk, or car can be a game-changer.
Check out our curated list of nine fantastic items designed to provide instant calm whenever you need it.
Because, let’s be real, a little pocket-sized serenity can make a big difference.
The Best Items to Carry With You to Calm Yourself Down
Here’s our curated list of the best items to carry with you to help you feel instantly calmer.
- Aromatherapy Rollerball (lavender or chamomile)
- Pocket-sized Journal
- Earplugs or Noise-Canceling Earbuds
- Stress Ball or Fidget Toy
- Mini Massager
- Breathing Exercise Cards
- Tea Bags or Herbal Tea Packets
- Calming Playlist on Earphones
- Compact Mirror
1. Aromatherapy Rollerball
Benatu Calm Essential Oil Roll On Blend (with Ginger, Patchouli, Lemon Oil), Travel Size Relaxing Roller for Body Topical Massage, Natural Scent Aromatherapy Gift for Women & Men 10ml
- High Quality: 100% natural essential oil formula. Non-GMO natural essential oil without any chemicals additives. Cruelty Free. Never tested on animals.
- Key Benefits: Blend of lemon, ginger, patchouli, frankincense, juniper.
- No Artificial Fragrances: 100% natural plant scent - fresh, concentrated and penetrating. Natural essential oils won't cause any discomfort in long time use.
- Technique Massage: Wash your hands and apply a proper amount of essential oil to your palms. Rub your hands to get hot, then apply gentle pressure to the relevant area.
- How to Use: External use only. Apply directly to skin without dilution. Suitable for wrist, chest, temples, palms and soles of feet, behind ears. Small size and easy to carry.
$8.99
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Imagine having this tiny magic rollerball in your bag, loaded with the chill powers of lavender or chamomile. Swipe a bit on your pulse points, and boom! You’ve got yourself a pocket-sized relaxation trick.
2. Small Journal
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feela 3 Pack Pocket Notebook Journals with 3 Black Pens, A6 Mini Cute Small Journal Notebook Bulk Hardcover College Ruled Notepad with Pen Holder for Office School Supplies, 3.5”x 5.5”, Black
- Feela 3 Pack College Ruled Notebooks contains 3 college ruled sturdy cover notebooks and 3 Black Retractable Pens. Each of the notebooks measures 3.5” x 5.5”, which is perfect to carry and easily held by young girls and boys. These black cute pens are customized to be placed in the pen holder, which is pretty convenient.
- These college ruled notebooks are all blank inside with 112 lined pages (56 sheets), which would be convenient for daily usage. The hard cover journal has a water-resistant faux leather cover, round corners and bookmarks, which is designed to lay and open flat. There’s a “date/page” column on the top of every page. You can use it as a reminder to let you remember those important dates and find the page you want in a very short time.
- Bonus: There are 3 Black Retractable Pens in the box. You can use it as soon as you receive it. These pens are perfect to be put in the pen holder of the college ruled notebook. Large tube has the capacity of restoring more ink, which makes them long lasting. Quick drying can avoid smearing and smudge.
- Feela 3 Pack College Ruled Notebooks Set would be perfect for many people and lots of occasions. It can be put in the pocket and small bags. Students of primary school and college can use it to write down notes or hand in homework. Commuters can use it to arrange your daily work schedule and jot down important milestones. Your small girl or boy can use it as the start of doodling and writing.
- Performance&Satisfaction: We provide you with not only our high quality products but also our quick response service.
$9.99
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Keep a small journal for jotting down thoughts, feelings, or positive affirmations. Writing can be a therapeutic way to express yourself and gain perspective.
3. Noise Cancelling Earbuds
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Beats Studio Buds - True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds - Compatible with Apple & Android, Built-in Microphone, IPX4 Rating, Sweat Resistant Earphones, Class 1 Bluetooth Headphones - Black
- Custom acoustic platform delivers powerful, balanced sound
- Control your sound with two distinct listening modes: Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) and Transparency mode
- Three soft ear tip sizes for a stable and comfortable fit while ensuring an optimum acoustic seal
- Up to 8 hours of listening time (up to 24 hours combined with pocket-sized charging case)
- Industry-leading Class 1 Bluetooth for extended range and fewer dropouts
$99.99
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Reduce environmental stressors by carrying earplugs or noise-canceling earbuds. These can help create a more peaceful space when dealing with noise or overstimulation.
4. Stress Ball
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The Friendly Swede Stress Balls for Adults, Hand Squeezer Grip Strength, Hand Therapy Ball, Stress Ball Pack, Squeeze Ball, Stress Balls Bulk - Set of 3 Squeeze Balls for Hand Therapy - Medium
- STRESS RELIEVER & HAND GRIP STRENGTHENER: These colorful fidget balls in three levels of progression (20 lb - 30 lb - 40 lb resistance) help you focus, relieve stress and train hands, forearms and wrists. Stress relief balls for everyone
- PERFECT FOR: Preventing tension, increasing limberness and alleviating joint pain. Great stress relievers for every age. Perfect occupational distraction for quitting smoking. Grip muscle training for beginner lifters.
- MAKE EXERCISE SIMPLE: Scroll down for hand grip exercise ideas with our stress ball for everyone. Always consult with your physician before beginning any physical exercise program for rehabilitation purposes.
- FRIENDLY DESIGN AND DURABILITY: Egg-shaped for a comfortable fit in your hands. Made of skin-safe thermoplastic rubber (TPR). Three size options - for anyone! Small: 2”x1.3” Medium: 2.5" x 1.75" Large: 3.0" x 2.2". Less messy than Therapy Putty. Easy to clean from dust and dirt.
- GREAT GIFT AND WARRANTY: This set contains 3 different resistance levels (soft, medium and firm) to fit anyone. Soft is great for every age to get finger and forearms strength or to keep busy. Medium is perfect for the work man to maintain concentration. The firmest is suitable for people wanting to train certain muscles. The Friendly Swede's Lifetime Warranty covers this product.
$14.99
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A small stress ball or fidget toy can provide a tactile outlet for nervous energy. Squeezing a stress ball can be a physical way to release tension.
5. Mini Massager
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ENOWPO Handheld Back Massager Percussion Electric Full Body Massager for Neck, Shoulder, Hand, Leg and Foot Massage - Cordless Mini Rechargeable Vibrating Massager
- 【USB RECHARGEBLE】Cordless hand held massager is perfect for travel.The built-in rechargeable battery lasts for approximately a TOTAL of 180 minutes on a full charge. Be able to charge-discharge for over 500 times with protection of over charging, over discharging, short-circuit and over-current. The mini massager is great for use on areas such as neck, back, shoulder, waist, hand,legs and foot. Ideal for Full-body Pain relief and Therapy Relaxation
- 【POWERFUL MICRO MASSAGING MOTOR】 Mini massager for pain relief is Smallest but Most Powerful. Its ergonomic design eases wrist strain for stronger massages. A powerful motor that runs up to 15,000 massagers vibrating frequency per minute.The three hands of percussion massager are similar to the hand of professional massagist, which can accurately and comfortably vibration massage acupoints. Relax your muscles effectively and relives pain in seconds.
- 【LIGHTWEIGHT & PORTABLE 】Electric massager for muscles is lightweight and portable, fitting easily into purses, travel bags, gym bags, or carry-ons. They're perfect for taking to work, meetings, train rides, or long trips.The mini massager provides instant relief to those aches,pains and sore muscles giving you the ultimate relaxation experience.The flexible head of massager is made from ABS121H environment-friendly material and food class silica gel that's 100% SAFE to use on the skin!
- 【QUIET & EASY TO USE】Shoulder massager is not really loud and it is effective. One turn on/off switch design, easy to use, just press down the head of massager gently. This hand held Massager is more powerful than any battery operated massagers.Use this portable massager as a sports recovery tool after a hard lifting session.This massager is a wonderful gift to your friends, parents, family, elder on Birthday, Chrismas, New year and other special events.
- 【Multi-Purpose Muscle Relief】Body massagers for muscles serve as versatile tools for athletes to aid in post-workout recovery, office workers to relieve discomfort from prolonged sitting, seniors to maintain muscle health, individuals with chronic pain for managing pain, travelers for on-the-go relief, gym enthusiasts for muscle recovery, and stressed individuals for relaxation and tension relief.
$22.99
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Portable, hand-held massagers can help alleviate muscle tension and promote relaxation. Some are compact enough to fit in a purse.
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6. Breathing Exercise Cards
Cards for Calm: Manage Anxiety and Stress with Proven, Effective, empowering strategies. Cultivate Peace, Resilience, and Balance in Your Life.
- Retrain your mind to have healthy responses to stress and anxiety.
- Simple, empowering techniques to build habits of positive thinking.
- Improve social skills, deal with confrontation, and increase focus.
- Grow your self-compassion, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
- Develop positive behaviors and reduce negative thinking.
Carry a set of cards with guided breathing exercises. These can serve as a reminder and guide for calming deep-breathing techniques.
7. Tea Bags
VAHDAM, Founder's Select - Assorted Tea in Presentation Box - 8 Flavors, 40 Pyramid Tea Bags | Long Leaf Pyramid Tea Variety Pack | Premium Tea Gifts | Gifts for Women & Men
- FOUNDER'S SELECT TEA GIFT SET - Indulge in the richness of our heritage, exploring blends that honor our beginnings & celebrate our ongoing innovation. Featuring a selection of 8 enchanting tea flavors, meticulously cultivated & artfully crafted. Packed & vacuum sealed within 24 to 72 hours of harvesting, the curated selection of Black Tea, Green Tea, Oolong Tea, Chai Tea & Herbal Tea, with our incredible pyramid teabags, offers amazing aroma & taste.
- PREMIUM & UNIQUE GIFT IDEA - Elevate the art of gifting with our Premium Founder's Select Gift Box. Perfect for tea lovers, nutrition enthusiasts, or anyone who relishes the joy of sipping, this Tea Assortment Pack is a thoughtful way to share a moment of indulgence. The beautifully designed box adds an extra layer of elegance, making it a gift that's as visually appealing as it is indulgent. It's perfect for Birthdays, Anniversaries & other Special Occasions!
- A BRAND WITH A BILLION DREAMS - VAHDAM India is one of India's largest digitally native, global brands, shipping to over 3 million customers across 130+ countries. With an aim to bring India's finest Teas, Brew Ware, Spices & Herbs to consumers across the world under a home-grown, sustainable label with a strong commitment to people and planet.
- ETHICAL, DIRECT & FAIR-TRADE - Our innovative supply chain model ensures that you get the freshest cup of tea and our farmers get a better price for their produce. 1% of our revenue is redirected towards the education of our tea growers' children with our social initiative, Teach Me, simply wish to honour this aspiration.
- WE CARE FOR PEOPLE & PLANET - We are now a proudly carbon-neutral & a plastic-neutral brand. We measure our overall carbon & plastic footprint & offset it via our investments in environment sustainability initiatives in India.
$19.99
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Pack a few calming herbal tea bags in your purse. Hot tea can be soothing, and even the act of preparing it can be a mindful activity.
8. Calming Playlist
Create a playlist of your favorite calming music and keep earphones in your purse. Listening to soothing music can quickly shift your mood.
9. Compact Mirror
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Kintion Pocket Mirror, 1X/3X Magnification LED Compact Travel Makeup Mirror with Light for Purse, 2-Sided, Portable, Folding, Handheld, Small Lighted Mirror for Gift, Pink
- 【Excellent Daylight】It provide clearly view and true color details for makeup.
- 【1X/3X Magnifying Mirror】It is suitable for the entire face makeup and closeup facial groominyg.
- 【Compact Mirror】It is perfect for your pocket, handbag, purse, and is an ideal portable mirror at home or travel.
- 【Easy to Use】Hinge that opens flat to 180 degrees for an easy to grip handheld, and it has two hidden magnetic power swtich that control LED lighting.
- 【Well-Prepared Gift】Elgant mirrors suitable for women of all ages; perfect for birthdays, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Halloween, anniversary, Christmas and other special days.
$9.99
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A small mirror can be a practical tool for a quick self-check. Taking a moment to look at yourself and breathe can provide a sense of grounding.
Conclusion
So, there you have it – your secret weapon for on-the-spot serenity.
From the calming rollerball to the stress ball, these little wonders are your go-to pals when life gets a bit too wild.
Toss them in your bag, and let the tranquility follow you wherever the day takes you. Here’s to staying cool, calm, and collected, one pocket-friendly trick at a time
