How wonderful to give a Christmas gift that brings harmony, healing and happiness to our loved one! These days, it seems everyone is searching for remedies to these stressful times with ease and self-care, so you likely have more than a few wellness seekers on your gift list. Luckily, there are many types of wellness gift ideas out there with which you can show to your loved one your support of their self-care path.

"Self-care is one of the most important things we can do for ourselves, our loved ones and our future," says Kelly Christmas, owner of The Rock Box Life gift shop in New Jersey. "When we do not put ourselves first, we sacrifice our ability to fully be there for those we love and jeopardize our capability to reach our full potential." This philosophy said and embraced by millions leads to a lifestyle of calming and centering oneself, of gently peeling back the layers of our tensions and anxieties, and welcoming even the tiniest ritual for feeling good.

Here are some of the most popular types of items on the wellness guru's gift wish list:

*Crystals

Crystals are said to possess healing properties. To whatever degree you embrace that, the gift of crystals often feels tremendously supportive and centering. Your gift may be a natural-edged chunk of crystal, a smoothed crystal sphere or a piece of crystal shaped into coasters or some other lifestyle item. You'll find many types, colors and shapes of crystals, each imbued with some energetic or healing qualities.

For instance, "Clear quartz is a spiritual must-have and is usually one of the first crystals people are introduced to," says Christmas. "Clear quartz is often referred to as the stone of power for its abilities to amplify energy and intentions, including that of other stones. Not to mention clear quartz cleanses, opens, activates and aligns all the chakras while protecting you from invasive, negative or heavy energy, making this spectacular crystal the perfect partner as you navigate your spiritual journey."

Some additional crystal types and meanings commonly ascribed to them:

Smokey quartz: provides grounding, calms anxiety and helps to connect you with the world.

Larimar: reduces stress and facilitates angelic connection.

Pink opal: heals emotional pain, aids in balance and assists with releasing fear, worry or anxiety

Carnelian: boosts physical vitality and supports your passions and goals

You'll find plenty of crystal meanings listed online to help you make your choices. A powerful gift to your secret Santa or person on your gift list is a fabric bag filled with a pretty collection of positive and supporting crystals.

*Candles

Gifting candles will usually focus on the color and scent of the candle you choose. In the healing and wellness sector of the candle industry, you'll see candles marked with meanings, such as 'Peaceful Sleep' imbued with lavender, 'Vanilla Goodness' with a grounding vanilla scent, 'Jasmine in Paradise' to support dreams of travel and adventure, and so on. From mini candles packaged as spa kits with scented eye masks, to large pillar candles, pretty tapers and spirals, candles come in any shape that can be poured for a pretty gift.

*Aromatherapy

Joining candles are aromatherapy gifts such as scented pillows, aromatherapy mists and even stuffed animals containing sachets of lavender. Much has been written about the calming or energizing effect of aromatherapy products, and essential oils and diffusers join the list of popular wellness gifts this year. "You can mist your whole space or home, as well as your skin," says Christmas, who also mentions misting your displays of crystals and geodes in your home or office.

Keep in mind that it can be challenging to select a scent that may be new to your gift recipient. You don't always know what's going to smell good to them. Take a peek at the scents on display in their home. Or while you're cooking or dining with them, ask them if they love the scent of lemongrass. Seek out hints to what they already love, and leave the adventurous aromatherapy picks to them.

*Books

Gift shops and bookstores carry little gift books of crystal meanings and moon sign predictions, tarot cards and uplifting quotes. Books are always a favorite gift at Christmas, especially when paired with chocolate or cocoa packets for gifts with a wellness feel.

*Signs and Statues

From small Buddha statues to plaques and notecards bearing eternity symbols, artistic om graphics or fun sayings like "Yoga Girl" or "Salutations," the gift trend here is meaning.

*Wearable Wellness

In symbolism, pretty colors and designs, wellness fashion pieces are always in demand as uplifting or calming holiday gifts. Consider the following items on trend for this holiday season:

-- Aromatherapy hair scrunchies.

-- Anklets with small crystals or stones.

-- Jewelry, including power beads or crystals like clear quartz, amethyst, citrine or other meaningful choices.

-- Tee shirts featuring wellness, yoga and meditation sayings.

-- Tote bags.

-- Tumblers.

-- Bookmarks.

-- Journals.

Be the friend who is aware of and supports a loved one's wellness efforts with a gift that calls to the best of their goals and may add to or begin an uplifting collection.