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Is it OK to embrace sadness? Of Course! Here's Why.
If sadness is visiting you every now and again, however, sometimes it’s good to leave the door on the latch, stick the kettle on, and sit down with it. If you’re feeling brave, you can even leave it a key.
OohBox Tips to Finding Calm in a Busy World
Calm is an elusive state of being nowadays. Finding calm in today’s hectic world often feels like finding a needle in a haystack, but that doesn’t mean it’s totally out of your reach.
How to start Meeting Your Own Needs
I’ve recently started tracking my habits, and, in a nutshell, it ain’t good. On a typical day, I wake up when the baby shouts for me, I get his milk...
How to Slow Down and Welcome Autumn
While I love the cooler weather and the grey skies, many would way prefer to be back in July or August, sunning it up and drinking margaritas in the garden. And while I might not be able to convince you that Autumn is the best season, I think I can bring you round on it being better than you think.
Struggling with Your Houseplants? Handy Hints to Keep Them Happy
Plants are so so important for our mental health, our food, our air quality, our wildlife and the planet. Let’s play our very small part to help them out.
The History of Curry
How did curry become such a part of our national cuisine and what does it mean to you?
For me, a curry is a staple part of our diet. Family meals both at home and in a restaurant. It’s making them at home but never quite being able to do it as well as a takeout. Read our blog for a brief history of the British Curry!
The History of Gin
If you know a Gin Lover then we have the perfect gifts, and we also have a potted history of the story of Gin!
Five ways to boost your happy hormones!
The happy serotonin and dopamine are chemicals that control how excited we feel, and how peaceful we feel. Read on for easy and free tips to boosting both and heading for a happier more settled you!
Do you give a gift for an engagement announcement?
We love the idea of Love at OohBox! The "rules of engagement" have changed a lot over the years, so is it good practice to send gifts when a betrothal is announced?
National Best Friends Day! Show them you care x
On the week that hosts "National best Friends Day" and whether your bestie is your roommate, work colleague, furry friend, long distance, oldest friend in the world, or new mum/dad friend, let them know how important they are to you with a little token of your appreciation.
Cats vs Dogs - Who Does it Better and Gifts for Both
So who is the winner in the who's best pet poll - Dogs or Cats? Mmm you might be surprised!
Struggling to Find Interesting and Unique Gifts for Father's Day? Check Out These Ideas.
Buying for the men in your life can be notoriously difficult. Here at OohBox you'll find lots of practical gifts from Notebooks and Desk Mates, Car essentials, Commuter Gift Box, Pet gifts and Glassware, through to our BBQ Sizzler, Men's Grooming and Indian Spice. If you’re looking for something special that won't cost the earth, and want gift box ideas containing bespoke carefully selected quality items, supplied gift wrapped and delivered to the door then look no further!
