Introduction:
Whether you’re neurodivergent or just sensitive to your surroundings, creating a sensory-friendly environment can have a huge impact on your day. Here’s our list of 10 tools that bring comfort, calm, and clarity, at home, work, or on the go.

1. Noise-Cancelling Headphones
   Great for muting overwhelming environments like public transport or busy offices.
2. Weighted Blanket
   Deep pressure stimulation helps regulate your nervous system and promote sleep.
3. Lava Lamp or Motion Bubble Lights
   Visually soothing and great for regulating visual input.
4. Fidget Tools (like NeeDoh or Tangle)
   Perfect for focus, stress relief, or grounding during anxious moments.
5. Aromatherapy Roll-ons
   Lavender, peppermint, and eucalyptus offer calming or energising effects.
6. Chewelry (Chewable Jewellery)
   For oral sensory seekers—helps with focus and regulation.
7. Cooling Eye Masks
   Great for shutdowns, meltdowns, or decompressing in low-light environments.
8. Noise-Reducing Earplugs
   Subtle enough for work or social spaces, yet reduce stress significantly.
9. Soft Textured Clothing
   Seamless, tagless, or bamboo-based items reduce tactile irritation.
10. Sensory Tents or Low-Stim Corners
    A small, quiet nook can offer instant relief from overstimulation.

Wrap-up:
You don’t need all ten, just one or two tools can make a noticeable difference. Start small, test what works, and build your personal comfort kit.

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Written by: Leslie

Leslie is a psychological therapist specialising in DBT. She’s passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals and families with practical tools and mindful care. Learn more here.