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Self Soothing Suggestions
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items It's all a lot isn't it? Self soothing is all about using the five senses to climb out of that black hole or even just to get back your emotional equilibrium to place where it's easier to manage. Here are some ideas.
I was introduced to the Shipping Forecast a number of years ago when I was performing in London. I had just lost a partner and was reeling from grief. My friend said: “listen to the shipping forecast, you might feel better.” And I did.
BBC Radio 4 - Shipping Forecast
This link explains why we love the Shipping Forecast. I think it might just be the monotone but lots of interesting thoughts here.
Why we love the Shipping Forecast
You don't need to be nonbinary or trans or queer or anything to listen to this and be reminded how important self love is. Soothing to the ears and the soul
HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF: A NON BINARY TRANS PERSPECTIVE
Okay so I'm not big into flower essences etc and I don't know if it's placebo, but my experience with Rescue Remedy is pretty good. Even if it's placebo, it's not as expensive as many supplements, etc and it's been around a long time. Suggesting the ...
Bach RESCUE REMEDY KIDS
I know some folks are partial to lavender essential oil but my time in Portland OR turned me off lavender FOREVER (if you really want the stories reach out) but I do really like the mood changing benefits of aromatherapy. I recommend citrus smells, e...
HIQILI 30ML Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Every site that tells you how to make a homemade stress ball is plagued by SO MANY pop up ads. What is it, 2005? Anyway this has the least pop ups, just one asking for your email address. But you can just click through to the directions. You can also...
How to make a stress ball: A step-by-step guide — Calm Blog
The folks at Calm are all about, well, creating Calm. I don't love everything they create but they have some amazing bedtime stories. This is one example, it makes me sleepy just sitting here typing this. Since I've been very sillily listening to you...
Calm | The Essentials | How To Fall Asleep - Nordland Train Sleep Story
If you'd rather watch (rather than read) how to make a stress ball, I found a pretty good video (for you!
DIY | Best Stress Ball Ever!!
I know that neither Karen Drucker nor a “Sunday Sing” are everyone's favorites BUT not only does she have an extremely soothing tone and voice, it's hard to be mad at the world when you're listening to Karen Drucker. I chose this playlist because the...
Karen Drucker's June 2023 Sacred Sunday Sing at Six
I'm not sure we NEEDED a swearing cat coloring book in the world (maybe ask the cats) but I'm glad it exists.
Swearing Cats: A Funny Adult Coloring Book
I can't even imagine what my parents would have done if I brought home a book of kiddie affirmations from the library. But I can imagine if I'd had this, I'd have spent much less money on therapy as an adult.
Repeat After Me: Big Things to Say Every Day
Sometimes self soothing through the eyes seems pointless, we've almost worn out our eyes on our phones, yknow? But this drone footage from Iceland is amazing and lovely, and long so you could leave it on in the background while you work. Or maybe for...
Bird's Eye View of ICELAND
Another “soothing through the eyes” video. Beautiful. Also glad I don't live there. Looks cold.
The Fjords 4K Drone Nature Film - Calming Piano Music - Amazing Nature
Ireland! With the sun out, no less! Soothing for the eyes
Ireland 4K - Scenic Relaxation Film With Calming Music
Self soothing by watching the Northern Lights--without having to go outside and freeze your seatareatus off!
Watch The Aurora Borealis & The Northern Lights in 4K Video Ultra HD with Relaxing Music
Nevis is the most beautiful place in the world. After Torch Lake MI anyway. Some relaxing and soothing drone footage.
【4K】🇰🇳 Drone RAW Footage 🔥 This is SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS 2024 🔥Basseterre & More🔥UltraHD Stock Video
This is a cute idea, just a whole lotta Christmas all over everywhere. Not ideal if you're not into Christmas to it's not a holiday you celebrate, but there sure are a lot of lights!
🎄❄️ Top winter wonderlands live cams around the world with Christmas music 🎅 | SkylineWebcams