Five Star Gift Ideas

For a mom who enjoys reading self-help books, you have the perfect opportunity to give her a meaningful and at the same time personal gift. Here are a few ideas that might make her birthday even more special:

1. Customized Book Subscription: Consider subscribing your mom to a personalized book subscription service specifically tailored to self-help books. Some companies offer curated book selections based on the recipient's interests and preferences. With this gift, your mom will receive a new self-help book each month, introducing her to a variety of authors and topics. It's a thoughtful way to support her passion while allowing her to discover new authors she may not have come across otherwise.

2. Inspirational Journal: A beautiful and uplifting journal can be a wonderful gift for a self-help enthusiast. Look for a journal with inspirational quotes or prompts that encourage self-reflection, growth, and positivity. This will provide her with a dedicated space to jot down her thoughts, goals, and reflections as she engages with her self-help books.

3. DIY Self-Care Kit: As reading self-help books often goes hand in hand with self-care, why not create a customized DIY self-care kit for your mom? Fill it with soothing scented candles, bath bombs, herbal tea, essential oils, a cozy blanket, and perhaps a "mindfulness" or "meditation" playlist to enhance her reading experience. This gift will show your mom that you not only support her reading interests but also care about her overall well-being.

4. Letter from a Favorite Author: Do some research to find out who your mom's favorite self-help author is. Reach out to the author or their publishing company and explain why your mom admires their work. You could ask them to send a personalized letter or note of appreciation, signed copy of their book, or even a short video greeting. This unique and personal gift will undoubtedly make your mom's day and remind her that her passion and interests are valued.

5. Book-Themed Gift Basket: Combine your mom's love for self-help books with her other interests or hobbies to create a thematic gift basket. For example, if she enjoys gardening, you could include a book about personal growth through gardening, along with some gardening tools and seeds. Alternatively, you could create a "self-care" gift basket, including a self-help book, a calming tea blend, organic skincare products, and a cozy reading blanket. Tailoring the gift to her specific interests will show your mom that you put extra thought into her birthday present.

Remember, the most meaningful gifts come from the heart. Regardless of which option you choose, consider taking the time to write a heartfelt letter expressing your appreciation for your mom's passion for self-help books and how it has positively impacted her life.

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”