Creativity, relaxation, and things to help that feel-good feeling
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Creativity
Sensory Boost
Mini Dopamine Adventures
Movement
Tasty Dopamine Treats
Creativity
Dopamine rewards through play
No decisions, low pressure, maximum dopamine development
Paint by Sticker: The Original
Wood carving is such a grounding craft and plus with this kit, you get a little friend at the end. I always make sure to wear my cute gloves when I carve!
Wood Carving Knife Set DIY Complete Starter Whittling Kit for Beginners Adults & Kids Knives Set Comfort Bird Carving Kit BeaverCraft DIY01
Low stakes embroidery for beginners…plus…bees!!
Bumble Bee Embroidery Kit by Loops & Threads
If you like to scratch rather than color, these are oh so satisfying
Brea Reese™ 9" x 12" Magical Forest Scratch Art Paper Pad
Such a fun twist on a coloring book, felt like less pressure to me.
The Reverse Coloring Book™: Colors, You Draw!
Fun project to relax with
Safari Ltd EUGY Chameleon 3D Puzzle Farm Toy
Lower stress and learn technique
watercolor workbooks
Open ended, free form play
Crayola Air Dry Clay 5lbs Natural White
My favorite alcohol based markers. They make me feel like a much fancier artist than I am.
Alcohol-based Markers
Great for alcohol markers and mood improvement
Colors of Kindness Coloring Book - 40 Pages
Sometimes my hobby is trying hobbies. These are so fun and maybe you’re better at it than I was! :)
VEVOR Mini Pottery Wheel Electric Ceramic Wheel Machine 0-320RPM Speed Green
Latch hooks are like a paint by number with yarn, so satisfying
Donut Latch Hook Kit by Creatology
More structured creativity but very satisfying
Beginner Calligraphy Starter Kit
Open-ended, low pressure creativity with a side of messy fun
Paint Pouring
This is the only wood burning tool I’ve ever tried, but after some practice it’s worked great for me. It’s got a lot of different heads so you can play around and figure out what works for you!
Walnut Hollow® Creative Versa-Tool
Sensory Boost
Finds for feeling good
Get a good head scratch and relax
Scalp Revival Stimulating Therapy Massager
Sometimes you want some freeform play
ART Ball
Also works as a fidget toy, but is a puzzle
Ripple Pocket Puzzle
Wearable fidget find
Mental Health Awareness Fidget Ring
Weighted friend that can help bring relaxation without overstimulation
Shop Hugimals Weighted Stuffed Animals for Adults and Kids
This has genuinely changed my gardening game this year. I’m able to do so much more after an evening attending to my muscles
Snailax Shiatsu Neck & Back Massager Pillow with Heat - Full Body Relaxation
Beautiful aroma diffuser
BirdGlow
They’re just so beautiful, but keep away from pets!
Original Himalayan Salt Lamps
Mini Dopamine Adventures
I absolutely put glitter in the sand of mine :)
Zen Garden Kit - Japanese Mini Sand Box Set
Solve a murder and a puzzle
Murder Most Puzzling: The Clairvoyants' Convention 500-Piece Puzzle (Game)
These little desktop herb farms are great gifts and wonderful to keep at a busy desk in need of some nature.
Desktop Farms X Ro-Life Collab Pack — Desktop Farm's
Pure joy and so so fun
Firefly Forest DIY Book Nook Kit
Journal prompts, self exploration, and a temporary place to put them.
Burn After Writing Expanded Edition
Take care of your little friend and relive your childhood
Official Tamagotchi Site
Movement
Sometimes, you’ve got to get your wiggles out
I like to hang upside down like a bat, sometimes swing, and in the summer I curl up in there and take a nap. It meets SO many sensory needs.
VEVOR Aerial Silk & Yoga Swing, 8.7 Yards, Aerial Yoga Hammock Kit with 100gsm Nylon Fabric, Full Rigging Hardware & Easy Set-up Guide, Antigravity Flying for All Levels Fitness Bodybuilding, Purple
One of my favorite five minute resets when I’m overstimulated
40" Foldable Trampoline Fitness Rebounder with Resistance Bands Adjustable Home, Foldable with Adjustable Handle Max Load 450lbs - Walmart.com
I don’t surf or skateboard…but I DO like to pretend :)
Balance Board Wooden Balance Trainer with Adjustable Stoppers
Tactile, so much fun!
Ultimate Beginner Hula Hoop – Durable & Easy to Flow
Sometimes I can’t make it outside to a slack line (and I don’t want to fall). This is the next best thing, especially if you’ve been at a desk all day or better yet, if you have a standing desk you can add some dynamics!
4Balancing Balance Trainer for Adults - Slackboard
Tasty Dopamine Treats
Ethically sourced, single origin, beautifully balanced, and perfect for mindful indulgence
72% Mababu, Tanzania Dark Chocolate Bar
A great way to try out matcha at home. The ritual and sensory experience brings the perfect mindful activity.
Traditional Matcha Starter Set
Sweet treat great for grounding and bringing that reward center back into focus
Vegan Sour Peach Gummy Dots
An activity and a treat!
Bubble Tea Kit | Lactose-Free Boba Tea
Fun and sweet snack
Vegan Hot Chocolate Bomb
Because there’s nothing better than choices, fun surprises, and new experiences
Kit Kat Sampler (50 pcs.)
Can’t decide? You don’t have to. Try something new with however you’re feeling
