Summersalt Yoga comes to the rescue if you’re looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your yogi friend!

We’ve scouted the treasure chest that is Etsy – you can always check the conventional shops yourself and Etsy offers so many great unique and customizable gift options! – and here are 11 perfect gifts for yogis!

1. Yoga towel

A yoga towel is a great gift – any yogi will appreciate it as it is easy to pack when travelling (and to use at the studios when you do not have your own mat) as well as easy to maintain. And for you – it is easy to pack and you can choose from endless colors and patterns!

2. Fun yoga wear

Let’s get real – no yogi will ever have enough of yoga pants, funky t-shirts and other wear. Lucky for you – the options are endless and so is the creativity of the designers all over the world!

3. Yoga mat tote or strap

Nobody likes dragging their yoga mat to the class in a regular bag or even worse – unwrapped. Luckily yoga tote bags and straps were invented and now you are set for a great Christmas gift!

4. A singing bowl

If your friend meditates, a singing bowl is a great choice. It does not only motivates to keep up with the practice, but also encourages to explore more ways to deepen it.

5. A yoga book

The bookstores and amazon.com are filled with great literature dedicated to yoga and meditation. We’re sure your friend will appreciate any new add on to their library! If you’re looking for ideas – take a look at a yoga book list we’ve compiled some time back! Click the image to see it.

6. Aromatherapy essential oil set

Who doesn’t love to disappear into the wonderful world of aromatherapy? We have a feeling that this next gift could get yourself interested in the magical world of aromas – we’re talking essential oils and their sets. You can get a set with a few samples so that your friend can try out more and decide which ones work the best for them!

7. A journal

Many people love to journal and yogis are no exception! Whether to keep a travel log, try a writing flow or plan a yoga class – a beautiful journal definitely adds inspiration!

8. A Water bottle or a travel mug

Having a travel water bottle or mug not only cares for the environment (no plastic!), saves money (you can refill at home), but also keeps the beverages cold (or hot!). And if you can get a little creative with that – it’s just another bonus!

9. Set of yogi teas

Teas for chakra balance? Yes, please! There are some awesome options and one of our favorites brands is definitely the London based “Positivitea”. To be honest – this is a great Christmas gift not only for yogis, but for anyone who loves tea!

10. Meditation cushion

Practising meditation takes special concentration and comfort. Help your friend practice by gifting them a meditation cushion! They come in various colors and designs, so you can match their home décor!

11. Yoga retreat

If you are looking for a gift for your mom, sister or a close friend and you need that they need a break – a yoga retreat can hit all the right notes. Summersalt yoga has got you covered with our retreats and the gorgeous Vis island!

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By Milda Urban, Summersalt Yoga founder

Friends, can you believe that’ Christmas is only in a few days? Oh what a joy! And the New Year is almost here too and I am thinking – what can I do that it’s even better than this one? The (or an) answer has come to me on the yoga mat (I am not making this up for the purpose of this post, I swear!)

One of the things that people call the joy stealers of life is obviously comparison to the life’s and achievements of the others. But it has dawned on me that the other thief of joy is getting ahead of yourself.

I have been experiencing this my whole life, before I even start embarking on a new journey, before I make the first steps to get things moving, so often I am already way past the finish line.

– I am starting my studies. But… What if I am really bad at, later have nothing to show for it and end up at a mind numbing job? It’s only my first day though.

– I thinking of going on this incredible trip. But…What if it is actually a tourist trap and I loathe it and it all just ends up being an annoying couple of months. Mind, I am just browsing for plane tickets.

– I am starting a new business. But…What if people do not like or even do not find what I offer? What if they not only not like it, but absolutely hate it. I haven’t written the business plan yet.

Here I am, so many times in life worrying about imaginary future scenarios (that are negative, because, OBVIOUSLY, right?), not only being miles away from the end goal, but also without the tools or experience needed to succeed and be happy.

And here I might disappoint you a little. I have not found any magical ways to change this pattern. I only simply tell myself to stop, recognize what I’m doing, how ridiculous it is and then rewind the tape to the present moment. I will repeat – present moment. Not the one before, not the one ahead, but the one right here.

I hope and wish you can do the same in 2019!

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