Soothe: Lower the levels
in the bucket
Sensory activities – do what feels right
Physical activities – release endorphins
Mindful activities – be present in the moment of what you are doing |
Move: stroke your pet, chew gum, have a crunchy/chewy snack, drink with a straw, fiddle/fidget toys, stress balls, rock/bounce on an exercise ball, walk, run, dance, play sport, yoga, stretch, weights, trampoline, swim, go outdoors – move in the space
Temperature: take a bath/shower, hot water bottle/cool pack, warm/cool drink, open/close a window, seek fresh air, wrap up warm, peel off layers
Comfort: massage, cuddle or hug, take a nap, duvet time, weighted/heavy blanket, change into comfy clothes/wear close-fitting clothes, go barefoot, lie on a hard surface
Environment: listen to music, sing, read/listen to a story, be quiet, wear earphones
Play: construction kits, board games, bead-threading, make a TikTok together, imaginary play, treasure/scavenger hunt, karaoke, VR gaming, water or sand play, playdough, gloop, puzzles
Create: baking cooking, gardening, craft activities, draw, paint, play an instrument
Notice: go outdoors – notice nature, cloud watch, mindful breathing, collect objects
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