Healing from anxiety isn’t one-size-fits-all. These are the tools, habits, & little comforts that helped me get through the worst of it — especially the nights when I thought I’d never feel okay again. I hope this list brings you the same peace i...
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🛏️ Nightly Calming Solutions
📲 Apps That Calm Me
🌱 Things I Always Have Near Me
🤍 Low-Energy Self Care
🛏️ Nightly Calming Solutions
Helps with falling asleep & staying asleep
Chamomile Tea
When I’m too overwhelmed to fall asleep on my own, this helps me gently drift off.
Melatonin Gummies
This feels like a soft little hug when I need it most. The weight helps calm my body when my anxiety won’t let me sleep
Weighted Stuffed Animals
📲 Apps That Calm Me
I use this to decorate my safe space on screen when my real space feels chaotic. It’s calming, creative, & helps distract my mind in the gentlest way
My Sticker Room
You watch cute cats make soup. That’s literally it — & somehow, it’s healing.
Cats & Soup
Color by number app that’s super soothing & helps focus your mind in a non-stressful way
Happy Color
You get to decorate your campsite, make friends, & collect cute things — all at your own pace. Zero stress, just peaceful play
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
A super simple puzzle game that gives your mind something easy to focus on. Great for nighttime spirals
Flow Free
🌱 Things I Always Have Near Me
I play calming music, soft rain, or even healing affirmations through this. The sound helps me slow down & feel held by something gentle.
JBL Flip 6
I rub my thumb over this without even thinking now — it gives my hands something to do when my mind feels like it’s too much. Tiny, but powerful
Worry Stones
I use this for everything from calming playlists & journaling apps to soft YouTube videos that help me feel less alone. It’s like my digital safe space when the world feels too loud.
iPad (9th generation)
🤍 Low-Energy Self Care
I spray this on my blanket or pillow and it makes my bed feel fresh & calming, even when I haven’t done much else all day. Lavender is my favorite.
Pillow Spray Lavender
I keep this near my bed & use it when I need to feel calm, grounded, or just comforted by a soft scent. A few drops of lavender or eucalyptus oil & the whole vibe shifts — it’s like turning my room into a safe little cloud ☁️
Aroma Diffuser
Just a few drops in my diffuser helps shift my whole mood. Lavender calms me, eucalyptus clears my head, & peppermint helps me breathe deeper when anxiety hits