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I'll go first! 😄 Here is a list of strategies I like to use:
- Learn your triggers and create a list of strategies for them
- Use deep pressure such as weighted blankets or weighted plushies
- Use stimming to help calm down
- Noise cancelling headphones, sunglasses or loops for noise and light sensory issues
- Use smart bulbs in rooms so you can dim the lighting
- Create a sensory toolbox thats easily accessible. I like to keep a comfortable pair of PJs in there as well so I know I have something I can wear that I will feel okay with.
- Have an exit strategies for events
- Have a box of sensory toys to use such as stressballs, fidgets, bubbles, playdough, chew toys, lollies.
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