Toolbelt Ideas
Below are several resources you might find helpful for supporting your body when encountering triggers or uncomfortable stimuli.
Note: I have no financial or personal interests in any of these resources.
Handout: Resourcing the Body in Miso Moments
SNOOZ White Noise Sound Machine or SNOOZ Button
World's Smallest Portable White Noise Machine (good for test-taking when phones aren't allowed)
Misophonia Informational Card
Telescopic Massager (for use on forearm and thighs)
Cold roller (keep it in your fridge/freezer between use): small and large
Chewlery (outlet for releasing tension from the jaw)
Stress Relieving Meditation Rings
Therapressure Brush
Instant Cold Pack (note: not allowed through airport security)
Corn Filled Cold or Hot Pad
Weighted Blanket (no specific brand) and/or Weighted Lap Blanket
Firm Stress Ball/Cube
Hand Grippers: Grip with Counter Grip with Adjustable Resistance
Aveda Cooling Oil
Olbas Inhaler
Lemonhead Candy
LESS-FAMILIAR EAR DEVICES :
White Noise Inner Ear Generators (must be fitted and purchased through an audiologist)
Westone Tru Filters
CozyPhones Sleep Headphones (cord version doesn't have a hard box in it like the Bluetooth version)
Loops
Flare Calmer
Moldex Flip to Listen Dual Mode Ear Plug (ear plugs that you don't have to take in and out to hear)
Open Ear Bone Conduction Headphones (can couple with inner ear devices)
STRESS RELEASE:
YoMind Relaxation Videos
Teen Meditation to Believe in Yourself (you can skip the first 2 minutes)
5 Minute Body Scan (sitting)
Body Scans Recorded by Sara: 3 minutes 5 minutes
Emotional Freedom Technique or Tapping to Release/Process Emotions (video example). Misophonia Script example.
8-Minute HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) Fitness Class for Kids
Large stuffed animal (or 2) to wrap one's arms around and squeeze (a folded pillow also works)
HOME ITEMS:
Silent Wireless Computer Mouse
Reusable Plastic Cutlery
Acoustic Panels and Artwork
Soundproof Paint
doTerra On Guard Protecting Throat Drops & doTerra Breathe Respiratory Drops