# Mindfulness Advent Calendars 'The Mindful Advent' Leads a 25-Day Therapeutic Self-Care Journey By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-11-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mindful-advent References: [ca.news.yahoo](https://ca.news.yahoo.com/alternative-advent-calendars-family-sex-slideshow-wp-162510414/photo-p-mindfullness-rage-past-few-photo-162510580.html) & [notonthehighstreet](https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/bojourn/product/the-mindful-advent) Kids and adults alike are delighted by the idea of opening up an advent calendar to count down the days in December until Christmas—especially if [chocolate is involved](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purdys-advent-calendars)—but many consumers are looking to enrich their lives with intention and healthful rituals, which 'The Mindful Advent' can help with. The Mindful Advent sets itself apart by sharing a therapeutic journey through 25 Days of Mindfulness through [self-care practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mytherabox). The alternative countdown to Christmas boasts hand-drawn cards that invite consumers to be more mindful each and every day. The Mindful Advent box also includes a variety of pampering products like [bath soaks, candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yankee-candle-advent-calendar) and soothing essential oils to offer additional support through one of the most stressful times of the year. With many consumers incorporating mindfulness apps and meditation practices into their daily lives, self-care is no longer seen a luxury but a vital part of one's physical, mental, spiritual and emotional well-being. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Therapeutic Advent Calendars:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating advent calendars that offer therapeutic experiences and promote mindfulness. - **Self-care Practices:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing products and services that encourage self-care and promote overall well-being. - **Mindfulness Rituals:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing mindfulness-focused rituals and practices that can be incorporated into daily life. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wellness and Self-care:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating innovative wellness products and services that cater to the growing demand for self-care. - **Retail and Consumer Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing unique and experiential advent calendars that offer therapeutic benefits. - **Personal Development and Meditation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating technology-driven solutions and platforms that promote mindfulness and personal growth. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Healthful Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-wellness-advent-calendar.md) - [Self-Care Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next-advent-calendar.md) - [Mindful Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playin-choc-advent-calendars.md) - [Bath Bomb Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momcozy-big-hugs.md) - [Body Care Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-care-advent-calendar1.md) - [Aromatic Cosmetic Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molton-brown-christmas-advent-calendar.md) - [Mindful Daily Planners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindful-step-towards.md) - [Hydrating Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterdrop-advent-calendar.md) - [Spice Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spice-advent-calendars.md)