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Give this stress relief kit, along with the poem, to friends and family who are having a stressful day. We have made these kits for many of our friends, and each time we give one, it brings a smile to their face. And as we all know, smiling can make us feel better.
We put the kits in small zip-lock bags, which makes them easy to mail. A stress relief kit also makes a great stocking stuffer or a thoughtful add-on to a gift for almost any occasion.
We pick up most of the items at the dollar store, making the kits very inexpensive to put together. We usually include a little note that says, "Put this on your desk for days when you feel overwhelmed." As you read the poem and look at each item, we hope it brings a smile and reminds you not to let the stresses of the day get the best of you.
Updated October 2, 2026, by Catherine Pulsifer.
Stress Relief Kit
By Catherine Pulsifer, ©2019
Items to put in the kit:
Pencil, Eraser, Toothpick, Rubber Band, Band-Aid, Chewing Gum, Candy Kiss, Tea Bag, Mint, and of course, the Stress Relief Poem below.
A Stress Relief Kit Just For You
The Pencil reminds you to list your blessings every day
Give thanks for all you have in every way.
An Eraser to remind you that everyone makes mistakes, and it's okay
Learn from them, move on, don't let them ruin your day.
Let this Toothpick remind you to pick out the good qualities in others
Treat others like you would treat your mother.
A Rubber Band to remind you to be flexible: things might not always work out
But, by being flexible is better than sitting with a pout.
A Band-Aid is a reminder for you to heal hurt feelings, forgive and forget
Don't live your life with regret.
Let this Chewing Gum remind you to stick with it
Don't give up and please don't quit.
And a Candy Kiss as a memento that everyone needs a kiss or a hug every day
If we did this every day, the world would be a better place in every way
A Tea Bag to remind you to relax daily
Have fun, laugh and take time to be silly.
This Mint is to tell you we think you are worth a mint!
We believe so strongly about this, we put it in print.
By focusing on all of these
Your stress should be relieved!
Quotes About Stress Relief
These quotes offer simple reminders to keep problems in perspective, manage our thoughts, and find healthier ways to deal with stress.
A question for stress relief: Will this matter in five years?
Catherine Pulsifer
Stress is akin to allowing external events to control conscious thoughts and reactions. Therefore, disallowance is more than possible because you control your thoughts.
Theodore W. Higgingsworth
Every problem has a gift for you in its hands.
Richard Bach
I believe—that our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become.
Unknown
Dealing with your stress is a separate process from dealing with the things that cause your stress.
Emily Nagoski, Burnout
If your life is not to your liking, don't sit around waiting for it to change.
Lynda Field, Weekend Life Coach
Nothing improves emotional health like laughter. It relieves stress and helps you quickly put your mistakes into perspective.
John C. Maxwell, Your Road Map For Success
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Conclusion
Stress is something we all face, but sometimes a little humor and a thoughtful reminder can help us look at things differently. This stress relief kit is a simple way to let someone know you are thinking of them and to remind them to relax, smile, and not allow the pressures of the day to take over.
You don't have to spend a lot of money to encourage someone. A few inexpensive items, a poem, and a caring thought may be just what a friend or family member needs on a difficult day. And when stress finds its way into your own life, remember the little lessons in this kit too. Count your blessings, forgive mistakes, stay flexible, keep going, and always make time to laugh.
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