SOS Ideas for Biohackers Christmas Presents

So that the power of Christmas would not overpower us.

Christmas in a zen den 

Perhaps you know the feeling. You wish with all your might to avoid it, but in the end pre-Christmas time always finds you in the midst of chaos, without any creative ideas or free time, and your apartment is a mess.

Yet all you really wish for is to meet up with your loved ones, have a laugh, slow down, take a deep breath, enjoy a hot cup of cocoa with cinnamon over a good book, hug and be hugged.

And you, my man, perhaps you don’t feel any better. Perhaps you don’t have a nose for the perfect gift, perhaps you’re running out of ideas, you seem to have even more work than ever before, and you are looking for something simple and practical.

I am teaching myself that besides the store-bought presents, I can give my loved ones the gift of my presence, a smile, thought, or a present that I handcrafted exclusively for the unique personal universe of the beloved person. Alright, now we have an idea of the profound essence of Christmas. On the other hand, I don’t know everyone around me so well, nor does everybody appreciate gifts of this nature, and I can’t always find so much time. Moreover, the patterns of “Christmas behaviour” adopted in childhood are not easy to rewrite, and they constantly force me to reevaluate the situation and balance on the edge. That’s why, if, for whatever reason, I do buy presents, I like them to serve well and long, be versatile, and also please the artistic soul. In our colourful lives, it’s not so easy to make all of this work, though.

One…two…three…panic!

What to do about those for whom I want a smart, functional, and tasteful present, but don’t know them so well? If I want to support their journey to optimal health or just treat them to something special? The women at Systers put our heads together and thought about the latest letters to Santa. You might find inspiration in the following specific ideas, or they might help you come up with your own. 

[ For a hardworking or studious woman ]

This kind of superwoman needs a boost, sufficient energy, and also an adequate amount of rest. For a focused zen woman, the first thing that comes to mind is ZEN adaptogenic coffee by London Nootropics. In the morning, a Black Stuff capsule can get anybody into balance, as it helps the gut, skin and the rest of the body adapt to the load of oxidative stress that’s coming. The book Adaptogens - Herbs for Longevity can bring a playful aspect into the lives of women who always love to learn something new because it teaches how to incorporate functional adaptogens into everyday life. And if they treat themselves to a full dropper of KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms’ Lion’s Mane tincture while reading, not even an off-key rendition of a Christmas carol will make them lose focus. Blue-light-blocking glasses could come in handy for those evenings spent replying to emails or studying. We have tested and tried the ones from Hynek Medřický, a Czech visionary, for example.

[ For a perpetually tired woman ]

Here a profound recovery support and quality nourishment for the belly and the whole body will definitely be a safe bet. All of this will result in the desired abundance of energy. That is why such a woman can add an adaptogenic Cordyceps powder to her breakfast porridge enriched with delicious granola that is nourishing yet easy to prepare, treat her body to a helping of essential omega-3 fatty acids at lunch, and start up regenerating processes with magnesium and zinc chelate with vitamin B6 while reading Burn Slowly before sleep.

[ For your mum or auntie ]

Perhaps they don’t follow Systers or biohacker news, but they will probably not turn down the aromatic adaptogenic coffee by London Nootropics or our delicious Systers Chocolate. Another great source of joy might be the luxurious Antü skincare collection for mature skin from Codex Labs or hyaluronic acid formulated by experts at the amazing Wild Nutrition, who are fully aware that as we grow older, our hyaluronan levels naturally decrease. Thanks to them, we have another trick to play, together with Collagen Booster and vitamin C.

[ For a very close person ]

She can be your wife, partner, or closest friend, someone to whom you want to express how much she means to you, from heart to heart. The rose petals in Rose heart opener by Anima Mundi can help you do just that. It can be added to relaxing cocktails or morning porridge and enjoyed sip by sip, mouthful by mouthful. The I love you duo of scented soaps or a sensual massage using the Collagen booster face oil can enrich your shared moments of intimacy. If you feel like experimenting with couple’s playful cold therapy, Verča’s ebook Love of Cold - A Complete Guide to Cold Therapy for Women might prove very useful. This book will guide the woman through cold exposure safely and gently. Afterwards, the entwined bodies can warm up with the help of a Lighthacker red light panel. A nifty supplement for energy and longevity support is NMN from the Czech brand Minus Age, and you will most definitely make your loved one very happy with a voucher for one of our Systers camps. Warning: This camp has significantly changed a fair number of lives already, including our own, and we women couldn’t be more happy about these irreversible changes.

[ For a colleague or an acquaintance ]

Is this a woman whose qualities you have not yet had the chance to get to know properly? Then some more universal tips are in order. Do not panic, a Systers chocolate and Wild & Coco granola will soothe the soul of any woman. Another great gift is the London Nootropics adaptogenic coffee starter set, or perhaps a heavenly scented balancing soap of the highest quality by Codex Labs.

[ For the kids in the family ]

Now this is totally clear! The ultimate combo of a healthy treat and a functional supplement for a content belly is definitely Happy Tummy with humic acids in the form of Black Stuff. The little ones will also happily crunch on the delicious strawberry granola by Wild & Coco or munch on a brownie bar with raspberries and almonds from Braineffect. Yum! I think that before I get to the last very important gift recipient, I shall have some delicious snack… 

[ For myself ]

Dear Sys, don’t forget about yourself and make yourself happy in the same way that you constantly bring happiness to others. Let the dark Black Stuff capsule optimise your well-being and enjoy the best that longevity biohacking has to offer: NMN supplement for energy production in every single one of your cells. You can pamper yourself with a kind touch and a positive thought using the Collagen booster oil for a face massage. Feel like a goddess at any party or while simply chilling at home watching Christmas movies with the non-toxic lipstick by Kia Charlotta, and the biggest gift from you to yourself could be our camp, where the Systers team of women will be very much looking forward to welcoming you! 

Did you find inspiration here or did you come up with your own ideas while reading? Share your own tips for homemade or store-bought gifts, for example by posting a comment on our Instagram account @systers.bio.

I wish you a Christmas full of rest, laughter, bright lights, and heady smells and tastes. May you spend this winter time snuggled up in bed with your loved ones and, above all (!), may you pamper and love yourself, dear Sys. You are a beautiful and fascinating being, just the way you are right now. I wish for you to see your own uniqueness, as we see it in the women we meet in our lives and who come to create our completely singular camps.

[ Have yourself a truly peaceful, merry Christmas, Sys. ]

Thank you for playing with us. ♡