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Nervous System Sensory Reset Kit- From an RN w/ Chronic Illness
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items When my nervous system is fried and I don’t have the energy to “do a whole routine,” these are the sensory-based resets I actually use as a psych nurse with chronic illness. This list uses all 5 senses to calm your body quickly… with a mix of low-eff...
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👅 Taste
👂🏼 Sound
👀 Sight
🤞🏼Touch
A body-based list of helpful grounding techniques that are ALL budget-friendly and can be done one-the-go.
A weighted plush heating pad for just 15 minutes is exactly what you need for a quick and comforting relaxtion of any tension you might be holding in sore muscles!
Equate PrimaLushTM Weighted Standard Heating Pad with 10-Setting Controller
These medical-grade hydrating compression socks are the best wallet-friendly self-care hack: infused with skincare, these will prevent calluses while also regulation blood flow to help stop sore muscles and spider veins!
SKINEEZ Hydrating Compression Socks, Unisex, S/M
We use our hands all day long- here's a how-to guide on common stress trigger points you never knew existed!
Nurse Hack: Potential Benefits of a Hand Massage and How To Do It Yourself
👅 Taste
On top of just hydration, these are quick and easy hacks to help regulate your nervous system using simply a straw ;)
In order for the brain to work at all- we NEED hydration! This new tropical flavor Liquid I.V. has extra added immune supprt too, to help supplement the body's vital nutrients for brain function!
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier + Immune Support Powder Energy Supplements - Mango Passion Fruit - 0.56oz/10ct
Some herbs and supplements have decades of research proving real physical benefits- making for a luxurious way to keep yourself feeling your best!
Tea Forte Petite Presentation Box Tea Samplers, Assorted Variety Tea Box, 10 Handcrafted Pyramid Tea Infusers (Fleur)
FREE: drink ice water! Especially during periods of stress, ice water can actually aid calming effects in the nervous sytstem
Vagus Nerve Cooling for Anxiety | Psych Central
👂🏼 Sound
If you're a lover of music or even simply just ~vibes~… this section is for you
These active noise-cancelling headphones are guaranteed to be workout friendly and totally immersive!
MOVSSOU Wireless Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Foldable Headphones Silver
The viral hatch alarm clock/sound machine now comes in a portable version for travel or busy lifestyles!
Hatch Go Portable USB Sound Machine for Babies and Kids' - Mint
Science-backed nerve-calming trick: music that moves in a pattern from one ear to the other (headphones required) is available on for free on almost any media platform!
EMDR Music Therapy, Music for Stress, Anxiety and Nerves, Bilateral ...
👀 Sight
These focus on aesthetics and promoting wellness in your environment to help declutter physically AND mentally.
Shower hack: get an infared heating lamp or lighting for your bathroom and thank me in the winter!
Feit Electric 125-Watt BR40 Clear Reflector E26 Heat Lamp Dimmable 120-Volt Infrared Incandescent Light Bulb (1-Pack) 125R40/1/HDRP
For use in a studio, closet, or entryway- environmental wellness is a HUGE part of boosting your seritonin levels!
Mainstays 4-Shelf Closet Organizer System with Clothes Rack, 2-Tier, Metal Wire, Free Standing, Easy to Assemble
Free: try each day to do at least ONE thing to clean up your space, even just one surface or making the bed. Executive dysfunction baddies- this one's for you!
I Tried Cleaning One Room a Day, and I'm Never Going Back