6 quirky holiday gifts that inspire greatness in the new year

6 quirky holiday gifts that inspire greatness in the new year6 quirky holiday gifts that inspire greatness in the new yearAs the Santas in your life begin to request your wish list for the season, you may come up blank on the items you need, versus the ones you want. Hey, its great that youre lucky enough to have most of the material goods you need to lead a happy, successful, and fulfilling life.But guess what? Its also okay to crave some gifts under the tree, in your stocking, or next to the dreidel that have the sole purpose of inspiring you.Even for professionals who are generally ga-ga over getting up and going to work every single day, career funks are bound to happen. Thats why small, seemingly insignificant paperweights, notebooks, sweatshirts, and other kitschy gifts can actually make a difference when you need a pick-me-up.Here, seven gifts to motivate you to greatness, no afternoon Starbucks requiredFor trailblazing new pathsInstead of looking at a missed deadline, a meeti ng gone awry, or a failed business transaction as a failure, consider the setback as an opportunity to push and work harder, no matter how many times you have overcome a limitation. For the nasty female who sometimes needs a reminder of her end glass-ceiling smashing goal, this paperweight will do the trick.Shattered Glass Ceiling Paperweight, $48For looking ahead - not backwardHad the best year ever? Congrats. Feast your eyes the next lap around the sun as an even brighter ride. Though a physical monthly planner might seem circa-2000 to you, many studies have found the vast impact writing has on making commitments stick. As you pencil in appointments, interviews, meetings and ideas, dont skip over the inspirational quotes that are meant to motivate you to reach a new level of creativity and productivity.Rifle Paper Co. 2018 Lively Floral 17-Month Planner, $34For when you need four alarms to get out of bedAs much as youd like to be a morning person, any sort of alertness at dawn is long gone from your genes. Though you might totentotenstill need at least a few cups of coffee to make it to a 7 a.m. sales call (we feel you), this robe will at the very least, have you smiling from the time you put your feet on the ground. Plush and cozy, this unisex white wonder says it all you certainly didnt wake up to be mediocre, so go get em.Didnt Wake Up to Be Mediocre, $95For managers who always get interruptedWhen was the last time you were able to sit through an entire hour at your desk, without someone pinging you for just a sec. Managers especially are susceptible to interludes, when an employee needs to mull over something, ask you a question or not-so-subtly seek your praise. Luckily you dont have to sigh and struggle through cold coffee anymore with this ceramic mug thats the first of its kind. Much like those special plates for steak, this mug utilizes heating technology to keep your Joe at the temperature of your choice for hours.Ember Ceramic Mug, $80For wanderl usting when you need itAs anyone who has traveled knows, there are certain moments when you wander off the guidebooks and the top-10 lists and discover a patch of land and a community of people who take your breath away. Because being outside of your normal routine inspires more sunset and sunrise watching, and exploring, those Instagram from your travels can bring you back to a time when you truly felt inspired. Use this service to turn those treasured snaps into canvas for your office, making for both fodder and the chance to tell some of your favorite stories over and over again.CanvasPop, starting at $29For ridding of schwimmbad energiesMuch like any other facet of your life, professional growth has (totally normal) ebbs and flows. If the past year felt like crashing-and-burning on repeat, you want to go into the next 12 months with a refreshed attitude. Sustainably cultivated wood from South America is often referred to as Palo Alto and this set allows you to set fire to the ba d energy of the past. Since Palo Alto means holy wood - its smoke is considered powerful enough to ward off bad energy, calm and clean your body and mind, and of course, bring good fortune to those who light it.Skeem Design Palo Santo, $20For trying to do it allIf you recently became a new mom, you might be struggling to balance board meetings, breastfeeding, and ahem, breathing? As both a special and stressful period in your career and life, a reminder that you can - and are - doing just fine is always welcomed. This t-shirt is great when paired with jeans and some heels, or worn on its own at home with a message thats clear Sure youre a mom now, but hey, youre still a boss, too.Wife, Mom, Boss Tee, $28