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how to navigate the airport while overstimulated & neurodivergent!
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items My neurodivergent pals- the bright lights, loud noises, and crowds at airports make them a sensory nightmare! These items and guides help you save spoons. Accommodate your sensory needs with headphones, fidgets, and comfortable clothing to make your ...
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airports are overwhelming! accommodate your sensory needs with headphones, fidgets, and comfortable clothing
easy to follow overview of strategies including mapping the space and optionally wearing a sunflower lanyard plus using sensory tools like noise cancelling headphones
A Neurodivergent's Guide to Airport Survival
awesome comics collection that shows you visually what types of sensory accommodations can be available to you (must haves for your bag, room, etc)
Sensory: Life on the Spectrum
packing essentials
packing always takes me so much longer than I expect! a roomy suitcase with visual organizers, my visual timer, and some Celsius caffeine packs always help reduce stress
practical, smooth, and gorgeous storage solution for post mold remediation or for travel to the hotel/ staying with friends or family. comes with a sleek black drawstring bag for dirty clothes, which is a big help in keeping clean and dirty clothes s...
Softside Bigger Carry-On in Coast Blue
the BEST time keeping tool for folks who struggle with time blindness like me. you can toggle a switch on back to keep it in quiet mode or hear a beep when it goes off. I love this so much that I keep one on my desk at work and one on the kitchen win...
Time Timer MOD Home Edition — 60 Minute Kids Visual Timer Study Tool (Fern Green)
easily pour into your water bottle for a bit of caffeine on the go without having to buy a $6 coffee! if you’re highly sensitive, start with a quarter of a pack and work up from there. my favorite flavor is the dragon fruit lime
CELSIUS On the Go Essential Energy Drink Powder Packet Stick Mix 9 Flavor Variety Pack, Zero Sugar - Pack of 18 (2 of Each Flavor)
in backpack
my backpack wouldn’t be complete without a quality water bottle, journal, and headphones for comfort!
love the color! great to fit computer, book, journals, headphones, charger, toiletries, snacks, and a water bottle. sturdy & cute
JanSport Unisex Cross Town Plus Laptop Backpack
high quality journal for packing lists, brain dump, writing down your thoughts, or doodling! these journals usually come with a built in bookmark and mini folder in the back so you never lose your place
Leuchtturm1917 Ruled Hardbound Notebook - Forest Green, 5-3/4" x 8-1/4"
I’ve had these for 7 years and they are an ESSENTIAL item I use daily! I have auditory processing disorder and these allow me to tune into my own music to ground myself while at the airport, working, or doing life tasks at home
WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones
perfect for your backpack to fill up at water fountain or with beverage on plane. clicks to lock shot and I love the built in straw feature that makes me actually want to drink water as a chronically dehydrated human!
Owala FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle, 24oz, Green House
I’ve tried like 10+ deodorants for sensitive skin and this is the one I’ll be using for life! Fresh clean smell but not too strong or flowery and applies clear with no rash
Dry Idea Gel Deodorant & Antiperspirant, Unscented for Sensitive Skin, 3 oz.
love using these to doodle or journal while plane is up in the air to take my mind off the time and the turbulence. these have a silky smooth writing experience with minimal ghosting! I also added the lime green and brown MUJI .05 pens to round out m...
Smooth Gel Ink Ballpoint Knock Pen 10 Colors Set | Pen Sets | MUJI USA
helps reduce my sinus pain when taking off and landing
Trident White Sugar Free Spearmint Gum 60 Each
in fanny pack
small but mighty sensory accommodations worth wearing on your body for easy access!
this has been my go to fanny pack for 7 years and I LOVE IT! Sturdy, reliable, small enough to not weigh me down while big enough to store the essentials! I usually put my keys and loops in the front pocket and wallet, phone, & boarding pass in t...
Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack
love my loops! green color is so cute and comes with a carrying case you can attach to your keys or bag. fit nicely in my jansport fanny pack for easy access. I love that there’s three levels of noise reduction. great for everyday use, in the airport...
Loop Switch™ 2 Adjustable 3-in-1 Earplugs for Any Situation - Emerald
the repetitive motion of rubbing my thumb on these textured “stones” is really soothing! the size is great because you can easily fit them in your pocket, fanny pack, purse, or backpack for a travel day. plus, the handy wrist loop keeps you from drop...
Lifelines Scent-Infused Grounding Stones, with Essential Oil Blend & Diffusion Stones for Sensory Immersion, Walk in the Woods CalmScent, 2 Pack
if you crave touch and pressure like I do, put 1 or 2 of these sensory rings on to fidget with while you walk to the gate. this multipack has colors for fun and dopamine and gold and silver options for more neutral accessorizing. PRO TIP- hook onto y...
Rungopro 30 Pieces Acupressure Rings Sensory Rings for Fingers Stress Relief Fidget Sensory Massager
this can be a great option for folks who want and/or need it. can be a visual signifier of hidden disabilities. A friend of mine has had success wearing this at the airport and receiving more vids of support
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard & ID Card with Cover
snacks
as a sensory eater, these sweet and salty snacks fill me up with protein while meeting my crunchy or smooth cravings
these high protein yummy macro bars keep me fed on the go! as someone who can struggle with foods with too many textures, I appreciate that these are smooth. the variety pack gives you lots of good flavor options. My go tos are the chocolate chip and...
MacroBar, Protein Bar Variety Pack
salty crunchy protein deliciousness! great spoon saver when on the go (ie roadtrip or airport travel). I like to keep a bag in my desk at work too to avoid getting hangry
(3 pack) Harvest Snaps Snack Crisps Lightly Salted 8.5 Oz Bag
comfy clothes
wearing comfy clothes and layering helps me stay cool and less overstimulated at the airport and on the plane
these black joggers are comfortable and breathable, two musts for a travel day. PRO TIP- layer over the girlfriend collective bike shorts so you have layered options for if you get too hot or too cold on the plane or when you step outside
FLX Premium Black Joggers
super comfy bike shorts with pockets to wear on their own or under sweatpants
Black High-Rise Pocket Bike Short
if you also have POTS or just get uncomfy with itchy fabric or tags, these are the perfectly comfortable pair. Note that these are not compression socks, but you can wear them on top of a standard pair of socks for a middle ground option if compressi...
Mustard Yellow Crew Socks 1 Pack