#soothing techniques

[familythings]

Essential Tips for New Parents: Understanding Your Baby's Early Needs

I believe that no new parent can truly be ready for the changes and challenges a newborn brings. The first 3 to 6 months are especially tough, as you have a tiny baby that can be hard to understand. This article is for new parents who have just brought their babies home, as well as for those expecting a child. Here, you’ll find practical advice and tips on caring for your little one. In the…

[the-force-awakens]

#cutest pilot in the resistance

[pollsnatural]

[tarotphil]

fell asleep watching pinofs last night, nature is healing

[domesticatedangel]

misha collins is so adorable 20+ years as an actor and he still radiates nervous energy anytime he does something public facing

[theghoulboysblog]

OH THAT IS SOOO US @thatonegeekygirl WITHOUT A DOUBT!!! 🫶🫶🫶

i am indeed very insanely ryan bergara coded (anxious, talkative, overthinking, easily distracted, and interest-driven!), while you are SO extremely shane madej coded in my opinion lmao. (gentle, creative, accepting, comforting, and also interest-driven!)

SO YES! in summary, we make the best duo ever aurora! <3

[odessastone]

thinkin about Satya reading a book or smth in bed while rubbing a lil handful of Niran’s hair between her fingers bc it’s soft and it feels nice..  ♡-‿-♡

[sangfielle]

six years old: if blue devil was here he would kill my dad

twenty two years old: if i was punchline i would kill my dad

[aardvaark]

is it the trauma or am i autistic: a question for the ages

[rcguish]

if you see silver doing something with his right hand (eating, drawing, typing on his phone) and it either falls away or he switches to his left in the middle of whatever it is, most typically it's the pain. right hand/wrist flares up more than his left due to right being his default / receiving the most stress, though years of practice has made him ambidextrous.

the level of pain is usually in the level of how much can he keep from his facial expression. no change is just a minor ache or a sharp yet quick sting, anywhere from a one to a six. a squint erring on the side of wince is perhaps something more pervasive, rating around a seven on that scale. maybe it's multiple areas of his body rather than a focused problem area, maybe it's an all over ache that wears him down throughout the day. sharp inhales through his teeth / hisses accompanied by almost / completely closing his eyes + furrowed eyebrows is usually pain ranging from eight to ten. this is either a localized and acute pain that won't go away + every little movement aggravates it ; or a deepset muscle ache throughout every centimeter of his body and limbs, fingers and toes. like he could feel even the movement of his hair and the energy it takes to even blink.

[imbeingtauntedbyachild]

God it’s so embarrassing to hate vbs cuz of sensory issues

[merlions]

Just tonight finally getting around to watching the new Dune - I was waiting cause some small part of me thought I'd be able to actually finish the book this time, but I finally have to admit defeat like the last time I tried.

Always been SO baffling to me how everyone seems to regard it on the same level as other sci fi novels, like Tolkien. I ate Tolkien for breakfast at 24 years old where I struggled with it even at 17, and since I first tried Dune at 14 I thought it might be the same principle, but I couldn't even get through the *audiobook* of Dune at 25 without like terrible headaches from just being so. Fucking. Confused.

Specifically the names! Not just names of people, but also titles and places etc etc etc.

Anyways while watching this I realized my problem FINALLY, and realized that I've been like imposter syndroming myself into believing I don't have mild color-grapheme synesthesia.

Dune is literally confusing to me JUST because A's and H's and K's are really similar colors to each other for me (arrakis, atreides, harkonen, kwisatz haderach etc (...i had to look up all those names cause i literally couldnt remember them as im watching the damn movie lmfao)) and they're also really similar to the color of the desert on the book cover, all like shades of red, some of which become oranges with the rest of the word. So reading the book to me is like. Every time a name comes up I am staring at a block of sandstone. Trying to pick one color out of the multitude of nearly-identical hues.

Which makes sense I guess why it's so frustrating to read, but also is a fascinating, COMPLETELY new insight as to how I read books or read/hear words in general. Like...it never occurred to me that that was the problem cause I genuinely didn't know I primarily use color to tell people/words apart.

I've always been a "speed reader", like is that just bc I identify a word and its color, and then every time it reoccurs I just notice the color and then mentally fill in meaning instead of reading the word again?

What implications does this have. I know color grapheme is the most common form of synesthesia, is it common to have problems reading like I have with Dune, or do people with it find themselves reading faster because of it? I heard it's supposed to be distracting but except in very specific cases, like Dune, it seems to specifically be helpful and clarifying? And like I find myself never going out of my way to get certain colors of things, but always ending up with that specific color of thing - ex. I never try to buy red backpacks but at one point I noticed every backpack I've ever owned in my entire life has been red. Have I been leaving myself messages. Have I been receiving messages from the Spice. Spice must flow. Spice must flow

[mars-ipan]

overcoming anxiety (through practicing the things that scare you) is so interesting. i used to be horrified of taking up space or alerting other people of my presence. now i'm compelled to tell strangers i like their outfits or hair or earrings- on bad days i tell maybe a quarter of them. do i still overthink it? absolutely. but i call attention to myself to tell someone else my opinion. and with the way they tend to smile and tell me "thank you!" i'm pretty sure it's taken to heart.

i used to be horrified of making phone calls as well. this is one i'm still getting over- i just Don't Like Doing It. i used to have a phone call routine that i still joke about- realize i need to call someone, cry, avoid it for a few days, suck it up, write a script, memorize the script, cry again, final script read, make the call with the script in front of me. and i would be Exhausted by the end of it. i don't cry when i need to call people anymore. i'm even needing scripts less and less- i've found out that people actually won't kill me if i talk a little too fast or stumble on my words. i doubt i'll ever like making phone calls- i especially hate robots (i'm afraid they'll mishear me and direct me wrong or a person will suddenly show up and i won't be prepared)- but i can make them now.

i get overwhelmed really easy. just a thing that happens to me. my brain is really really good at taking one task and breaking it up into thousands of little tasks and it feels like i'm drowning. if i try to make it fewer larger tasks then it starts to feel insurmountable. i was completely lost on how to deal with this (other than avoid until you get that panic attack and can do work in the post-catharsis calm until 6:00 AM) until one night when my dad (who i often meet late at night due to overlapping mental illness symptoms) asked me how to eat an elephant. i looked at him, confused, and he said "one bite at a time." that was way more effective than any other analogy i've seen has been. "light at the end of a tunnel"- i don't feel like i'm moving forward, i feel like i'm scaling a wall. "steps on a trail"- i can see my destination, but it feels impossible to move forward. but eating an elephant? that sums it up perfectly. this huge task which seems impossible at a glance. but it must be done. so you eat the elephant, a bite at a time. every time i'm overwhelmed i repeat that phrase to myself. it hasn't made any major changes yet, but it keeps me calm enough to start before i hit the panic attack, which i'll take.

i was such a perfectionist growing up- i actually thought it was a good thing (school always taught me to strive for perfection). but it made me scared to try new things- if i wasn't immediately good at them, then it clearly wasn't for me. i'm still not great at starting new hobbies, but i try a lot of new things within the hobbies i already have. i test out different ways of making art, i try new puzzle games i don't understand, etc. and the feeling of steady improvement reminds me that i don't need to be good right away. some of the most satisfying moments don't come from immediately being good- they come from achieving that skill over time. i'd like to try to learn to sew soon.

idk it's interesting. i rewire my own brain's fear response by doing the Horrifying Thing enough times for me to understand that no i will not die. and while i'm doing it it feels like nothing is changing. i get so stressed every time- it can actually take a lot out of me (turns out fight-or-flight burns a lot of energy). but i look back at then vs. now and i realize how far i've come, and i can't help but think "huh. neat"

[andronicmusicblog]

A Peaceful Perch: New YouTube Channel Offers Sanctuary for Stressed Souls

In a world that's constantly bombarding us with noise and demands, finding moments of tranquility can feel like an impossible task. But a new YouTube channel, A Peaceful Perch, is aiming to change that, offering a virtual sanctuary for those seeking solace and relaxation.

Launched just last week, the channel is already gaining traction with its carefully curated collection of music designed to soothe the mind and body. Focusing on calming melodies, ambient soundscapes, and nature-inspired tracks, A Peaceful Perch caters to a wide range of needs, from meditation and yoga to study and sleep.

"We wanted to create a space where people could escape the stresses of everyday life and find a moment of peace," says [Channel Creator's Name], the brains behind the project. "Our music isn't just about entertainment; it's about promoting well-being and helping people connect with their inner calm."

The channel's description emphasizes the scientifically proven benefits of relaxation, citing studies that link it to lower blood pressure, reduced stress, and even boosted immunity. But the creators believe that relaxation offers more than just physical perks.

"Relaxation is a gateway to creativity, intuition, and a deeper sense of inner peace," says [Channel Creator's Name]. "We hope that our music can inspire people to slow down, take a deep breath, and rediscover the joy of simply being."

A Peaceful Perch is already garnering positive feedback from viewers, with many praising the channel's calming atmosphere and the high quality of its music selections. It seems that the channel has struck a chord with those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Whether you're a seasoned meditator or simply someone looking for a way to unwind after a long day, A Peaceful Perch offers a welcoming space to explore the transformative power of relaxation. With new content being added regularly, this channel is one to watch for anyone seeking a musical oasis in the digital desert.

[wolfisland]

i dont have the patience for any technical difficulty shit ever like discord send my messages or i will kill myself im not playing

[arbitrarystrawberry]

Cleaning out my closet today, and I found a notebook from when I was maybe 13 where I wrote down a bunch of Owl City lyrics in Morse code