” In the middle of every storm, there is a calm center. Find it, and return to it often.â€
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Calming & Sensory-Friendly Techniques for Coping with Stress
This week, we’re diving into the first of our emotional resilience topics: coping strategies for stress. For the DeafBlind community, managing stress often means finding creative, sensory-friendly ways to create calm, especially when typical visual and auditory tools aren’t an option.
Everyone experiences stress, but how we deal with it makes all the difference. That’s why we’re focusing on simple, grounding techniques that are not only practical, but also tailored to the needs and daily rhythms of DeafBlind individuals.
Here are calming strategies that speak to the senses, support the body, and build inner peace:
- Deep Pressure Techniques
Self-massage using hands, textured gloves, or soft cloths.
Weighted blankets or lap pads provide a sense of security and calm.
Hugging a body pillow or using firm cushions for pressure support.
- Rhythmic Touch or Movement
Gentle rocking in a chair or from side to side.
Tapping or drumming lightly on the legs or arms, solo or with a guide.
- Sensory Grounding Tools
Keep small textured objects close, like smooth stones or tactile bracelets.
Use lightly scented lotions or essential oils if scent is comforting.
- Structured Daily Routine
Follow a predictable routine with tactile markers or object placement.
Include daily check-ins using tactile communication or trusted routines.
- Tactile Breathing Techniques
Practice deep breathing while placing a hand on your chest or stomach.
A partner or guide can use gentle tapping to guide your breath.
- Tactile Hobbies & Art
Explore clay work, beading, knitting, or carving for calming focus.
Let hands engage in something repetitive and creative.
- Supportive Physical Touch
Hand-holding or arm contact, always with consent, offers comfort.
Play simple, tactile games or engage in shared sensory activities.
These techniques are gentle, adaptable, and powerful. They center you in your body and remind you that calm is possible, even on hard days. Whether you’re alone or supported by someone you trust, each of these strategies can help you reclaim your peace.
Let us know which techniques help you most, or share your own calming routines in the DeafBlind Community Support WhatsApp group, because together, we’re stronger.
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