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Psychological health and safety, often called workplace mental health, encompasses principles and practices to foster a supportive, respectful, and psychologically safe work environment.
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The Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum is recognized as best-practice in violence prevention training for health care workers.
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WorkSafeBC is holding a second public hearing this month on proposed changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation related to combustible dusts.
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Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR), Part 5: Chemical Agents and Biological Agents – Emergency Planning came into effect on February 3, 2025. Changes include additional requirements to minimize the risk, likelihood, and harm caused by an emergency involving hazardous substances.   Hazardous substances include biological, chemical or physical hazards that may reasonably […]
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Rest and recover basket idea list

A stress basket is a thoughtful, practical gift that supports relaxation, resilience, and self-care. Here are 40 ideas you can include or mix and match to create your own personalized stress basket.

Relaxation and calm

  • Lavender sachet or calming essential oil roller
  • Chamomile or peppermint tea bags
  • Herbal sleep spray for pillow/room
  • Mini candle (vanilla, eucalyptus, lavender, etc.)
  • Eye mask for rest/relaxation
  • Cozy socks
  • Mini heating pad or microwavable heat pack
  • Bath salts or bath bomb
  • Stress-relief balm or lotion
  • Small meditation or mindfulness deck

Creative and expressive

  • Journal or notebook
  • Gratitude cards (daily prompts)
  • Adult colouring book
  • Colored pencils or gel pens
  • Sticky notes with positive affirmations
  • Doodle/sketch pad
  • Set of inspirational postcards
  • Small puzzle or brain teaser
  • Word search or crossword book
  • Deck of inspirational quote cards

Quick stress release tools

  • Stress ball or squeeze toy
  • Fidget cube or spinner
  • Smooth worry stone
  • Mini yoga/stretch band
  • Hand grip strengthener
  • Massage roller or spiky massage ball
  • Mini slinky (fun tactile break)
  • Aromatherapy putty or therapy dough
  • Cold pack (instant relief for headaches)
  • Tangle toy

Nourishment and comfort

  • Dark chocolate squares
  • Herbal tea sampler
  • Protein or granola bar
  • Honey sticks
  • Small jar of nut butter or trail mix
  • Flavoured sparkling water can
  • Comfort snack pack (popcorn, pretzels, etc.)
  • Pack of gum or mints
  • Small bottle of electrolyte drink
  • Mini reusable water bottle


Tip: Include a mix of sensory, practical, and comfort items to make the basket balanced and meaningful. You can also add a personal note or card that encourages the recipient to pause, reset, and recharge.

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A stress basket is a thoughtful, practical gift that supports relaxation, resilience, and self-care. Here are 40 ideas you can include or mix and match to create your own personalized stress basket.
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