Gifting the Senses: Touch

In periods of high stress, anxiety, or panic, you might find that using a grounding technique is a helpful way of immediately connecting with the present moment. Many grounding techniques are rooted in the senses as a way to remind ourselves and our bodies that the present moment is safe. For example, one of our favorite grounding techniques is 5-4-3-2-1 whereby you say, out loud, 5 things you see, 4 things you feel, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, and 1 thing you taste.

In the spirit of 5-4-3-2-1, we wanted to root our gift guide in the senses. This specific guide is focused on touch (or, things you can feel). Whether you’re touching cozy items like weighted blankets, engaging your body through movement, or using your hands to create art – these suggestions are aimed at helping you feel grounded in your body through touch.

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1. Weighted Blanket (pictured): Calm x Gravity Blanket – Original Weighted Blanket (includes 1 Year Subscription to Calm)
   • Other weighted options: Amazon Basics 15 lb Weighted Blanket, Gravity Blanket 15 lb Weighted Blanket, Calm x Gravity Blanket – Weighted Blanket Travel Size
   • Non-weighted options: Barefoot Dreams Throw Blanket, Sherpa Fleece Blanket, Sherpa Fleece Throw, Williams-Sonoma Knit Throw
2. Cozy Clothes (pictured): Self Care is for Everyone
   • For other comfy options, check out the following shops and creators:
     • 5931 Handmade
     • Mental Health Matters Sweatshirt by @anxietyhealer
     • Inkwell Threads
     • Alyse Ruriani
     • #therapyiscool
     • Bless the Messy
     • Oh Happy Dani
   • Other options: Blanket Scarf, Slouchy Beanie, Harry Potter Scarf & Beanie Set, Plaid Pashmina Shawl
3. Slippers (pictured): Memory Foam Slippers
   • Other options: Ugg Tasman Slippers, Open Toe Slippers
4. Post-Workout Massager (pictured): Theragun Pro
   • Other options: 20 Speed Deep Tissue Massage Gun, Muscle Roller Stick
5. Leisure Massager (pictured): Back, Shoulder, & Neck Massager
   • Other options: Foot Spa Massager
6. Robes (pictured from left to right): PAVILIA Fleece Robe, Barefoot Dreams Robe

1. Activewear (pictured): TALA: Sustainable Workout Clothes
   • For other activewear options, check out the following sustainable brands:
     • Alana Athletica
     • Girlfriend Collective
     • BAM Bamboo Clothing
   • Other options: HeathYoga Highwaisted Leggings with Pockets, The Gym People Highwaisted Leggings with Pockets, Muscle Tank Crop Top, Racerback Crop Top
2. Meditation Cushion (pictured): Round Meditation Pillow
   • Other options: Velvet Meditation Cushion, Round Zafu Pillow and Square Zabuton Mat
3. Yoga Accessories (pictured): Non-slip Reversible Yoga Mat
   • Other options: GoYoga Mat with Carrying Strap, GoYoga 7 pc Yoga Set, Sivan 6 pc Yoga Set
4. Resistance Bands (pictured from top to bottom): SuzieB Fitness Dark Pink Tie-Dye Glute Band, SuzieB Fitness Dark Pink Tie-Dye Long Band
   • Other options: Booty Bands 3 pc Set, Set of 5 Resistance Bands with Bag
5. Yoga Block (pictured): 2 Pack Yoga Blocks
   • Other options: Set of 2 Doga Yoga Blocks, Athleta Cork Yoga Block, LuluLemon Lift & Lengthen Yoga Block
6. Fitness App Subscription (pictured): Alive
   • Other options: GRP Fit, Peloton, Shreddy, SworkIt

Other favorites (not pictured):
>FitBit Charge 4
>4 Pack Apple Watch Bands
>High-Density Foam Roller
>Spike Ball
>Kan Jam

1. Therapy Dough (pictured): Pinch Me Therapy Dough
   • Other options: Anxiety Relief Therapy Dough, The Squeeze Aromatherapy Dough
2. Crochet Beginner Kit
   • Other options: Learn to Crochet Kit, Beginners Knitting Kit, Weaving Loom
3. Art Set (pictured): Watercolors/Pastels
   • Other options: Acrylic Paint & Easel Set
4. Coloring Book (pictured): Coffee Animals Coloring Book for Adults
   • Other options: Maybe Swearing Will Help Coloring Book + Markers, Set of 3 Adult Coloring Books, An Inspirational Coloring Book for Everyone
5. Clay and Slim Gifts (pictured): 52 Color Modeling Clay Set
   • Other options: Mega Slime Kit and Putty Lab, DIY Clay Jewelry, Make Your Own Pottery, 4 oz Butter Slime
6. Cross Stitch Starter Kit
   • Other options: Embroidery Starter Kit, Needlepoint Kit, Needlepoint Custom Canvas Request

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