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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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🤞🏼Touch
👅 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
The stress ball is an age-old coping skill for a reason ;) Here's an aesthetically pleasing upgraded version for adults you can fit in your bag or on the desk!
NeeDoh Swirl Nice Cube, Satisfying Square Shaped Sensory Toy, Colors May Vary, Children Ages 3+
👅 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
My favorite foodie hack: Snack box/snack drawer stocked with quick pick-me-ups, whether you're sweet OR salty! I like to have a balance of options to take on the go ANY time of day!
Ceres Gourmet Exotic Snack Box Premium Foreign Snack Gifts European Variety Pack 15 Count
👂🏼 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 ...
Are you someone who needs music to focus or to wind down? Don't tell your boss I put you on… But invisible earbuds exist for access to audio streaming, while maintaining those professional standards for use at work!
Mini Invisible Small Bluetooth Earbuds Sleeping,Hidden Earbuds,Tiny Earbuds for Small Ears Low Profile Tiny Hidden Discreet Smallest Earbuds,Nude - Walmart.com
👀 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
As someone who's familiar with migraines and aura- blue and UV light-blocking glasses happen to be one of the BEST remedies when you start to feel an eye-strain headache coming on!
Women's Metal Round Blue Light Filtering Glasses - Wild Fable™ Gold