Andrea Berkowitz is a two-time breast cancer survivor, entrepreneur, author, cancer coach, and owner of Warrior Girl Gifts, LLC. She empowers women to face the challenges of cancer with strength and resilience.
The Power of Humor: How Funny Gifts Can Lighten the Mood for Cancer Patients
Shopping for a gift for someone battling cancer can be challenging. You want to give them something that makes them feel special, supported, and happy but even more so, makes them laugh. Laughter during cancer provides many benefits like stress reduction, decreased anxiety and relief from overwhelming emotions. It can also help to boost your immune system by releasing endorphins, the body’s feel-good hormones.
Laughter also fosters improved mood, socialization, and allows for an escape from the grueling days of cancer treatment. Overall, laughter can empower patients to confront the challenges of cancer with strength and resilience.
Laugh-Out-Loud Gifts for Cancer Patients
1. Funny Shirts with Messages of Humor
A comfy t-shirt or sweatshirt with a funny or sarcastic message is a great gift that combines comfort with sass. Look for shirts with witty sayings or hilarious graphics that will guarantee a chuckle! These shirts can be a great way to show support with style. If you feel bold, go for the F Cancer shirts, empowering them to face their battle with attitude and strength!
2. Humorous Scented Candles
Everyone loves a delicious scented candle that can help create a chill and relaxing vibe. Get even more creative and find ones with funny sayings or messages that will bring a smile or a laugh every time they light it.
3. Humor Infused Coffee Mugs
There is nothing better than that first cup of coffee in the morning, especially when it is sipped from a mug that brings a dose of laughter! Look for humorous quotes or images that will help them celebrate each day with a smile, even during tough times.
4. Cheeky Accessories
There are endless accessories like hats, pouches, phone cases and totes that are perfect gifts for cancer patients. Look for bold and humorous messages that mirror the spirit of the sassy person in your life so they can remind themselves and everyone else that they are stronger than cancer!
5. Sarcastic Socks
Have you ever seen those socks with hilarious messages on the back of the feet? These are great for the warrior in your life who wants to show off their personality and laugh every time they wear them.
6. Witty Warrior Journals
For the writer in your life, a notebook for them to journal their thoughts about humorous things like “Things I’d rather do than chemo,” or “Diary of a Cancer Ninja,” will allow them to focus their attention away from the dark side of cancer and towards laughter and humor.
Conclusion
When choosing a gift to bring joy and laughter to someone battling cancer, go with things that most reflect THEIR personality and bring them comfort and laughter. Most importantly, let them know you are there for them.