Why a Little Pick Me Up Matters

A few months ago, I heard from a friend who’d been laid up after surgery. She said the toughest part wasn’t the pain, it was the feeling of being sidelined and forgotten. Then one evening a box arrived at her door: a cozy blanket, some calming tea, a note that said “You’ve got this,” and a candle with a message. She told me it was exactly what she needed, a pick me up box that felt like a hug in cardboard.

When You Send A Pick Me Up Gift

There are so many times when sending a pick me up gift feels right: a friend recovering from illness, a colleague coming back from leave, someone just having a rough week. Curated gift boxes make it simplest: they arrive ready to open, no fuss on your end yet full of heart. Even the smallest details can shift someone’s day.

What’s Inside a Pick Me Up Gift Box

So what makes the best pick me up gift box? It’s less about quantity and more about thoughtful selection. Some elements that tend to hit the mark:

• A cozy element (blanket, socks, throw) that brings comfort.
• A treat (tea, chocolate, sweet snack) that says “Take a moment for you.”
• A meaningful or humorous card/note that acknowledges their strength or their situation.
• Maybe something living or lasting (succulent, small plant) that they can keep beyond recovery.
  

Little Pick Me Ups That Leave Big Impressions

Here’s the truth: sometimes the little pick me up is the thing that sticks with us. Not the brand-name gadget or big heaping gift bag, but the box that shows someone took a moment to think of us.

Make Sending Feel Easy + Meaningful

If you’re wondering how to choose the right box for someone who needs a boost, here are a few quick tips:

• Consider how they like to relax (tea vs-coffee, bath vs-reading).
• Think of something they can use right away to feel better.
• Include a note that’s specific: “I’m in your corner,” beats “Get well soon” every time.
• Don’t over-think it. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s connection.

Explore our Get Well Collection to find a range of curated boxes, each designed to deliver a genuine pick-me-up. Whether you’re sending to a friend, an employee, a relative, or yourself (yes, you deserve it too), a well-chosen box can make all the difference.