Five Star Gift Ideas

Finding a meaningful gift for someone passionate about public speaking can be a delightful task, as the options allow for both personalization and utility. Here are some ideas that can help to inspire, support, or enhance your mom's love for public speaking:

1. **Public Speaking Course or Workshop**: Consider enrolling her in a specialized public speaking course or workshop. Whether in-person or online, such opportunities can help her refine her skills, learn new techniques, or explore different styles of delivery.

2. **Subscription to a Public Speaking Platform**: Gifts like a subscription to MasterClass—featuring experts like Shonda Rhimes or Chris Voss—or a public speaking-focused platform like Toastmasters can offer her valuable insights from seasoned speakers and leaders.

3. **High-Quality Audio Equipment**: For someone who enjoys public speaking, having the right technology can be crucial. A high-quality wireless microphone, portable speaker accessories, or even noise-cancelling earbuds can enhance her practice sessions and presentations.

4. **Inspirational Books**: Consider books that are both motivational and instructional. Titles like "Talk Like TED" by Carmine Gallo, "The Art of Public Speaking" by Stephen Lucas, or even autobiographies by distinguished speakers can be both educational and encouraging.

5. **Subscription Box**: A specialized subscription box that caters to speakers—such as one that offers motivational books, speech prompts, or even health and wellness items for voice care—could be an ongoing source of inspiration.

6. **Custom-Engraved Desk Accessory**: A sophisticated, personalized gift such as an engraved desk name plate or a stylish pen can offer a touch of encouragement whenever she prepares for her next presentation.

7. **Voice Coaching Sessions**: Give her the gift of private coaching sessions with a professional voice coach. This can be an effective way to advance her speaking abilities, work on voice modulation, or develop a commanding presence.

8. **Private Stage Time**: Arranging a private time for her to practice on stage, perhaps by renting a local theater for a day, can be a thrilling experience. She could use it to hone her craft in an actual public speaking setting, preparing her for future engagements.

9. **Custom Speech Journal**: A beautifully crafted journal, possibly engraved with her name or a favorite quote, could provide her with a dedicated space to jot down speech ideas, reflect on her speaking engagements, or brainstorm future topics.

Each of these gifts offers not just material value, but also intellectual and emotional support for your mom's passion for public speaking. Consider her preferences, current needs in her speaking journey, and the thoughtfulness behind each option to find an ideal fit for her special day.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”