Practical Tips for Families and Community Organizers Easter, a time of renewal and rebirth, is often painted with hues of joy and anticipation. For many families, it’s a day filled with cherished traditions, from the excitement of an Easter egg hunt to the warmth of shared meals. However, for children and adults with sensory sensitivities
Lindsay Hall is a Certified Yoga Teacher (200 YYT) with additional training in prenatal yoga as well as yoga for the pelvic floor. In this blog post, Lindsay tells about the benefits of yoga poses for kids in relation to sensory sensitivities. I love yoga! There, I said it. I don’t really consider myself a
Understanding Sensory Issues Are you looking for the best books on sensory issues to help you understand and support someone in your life? Whether you’re a parent navigating a recent diagnosis of sensory processing disorder (SPD) in your child, a therapist seeking to expand your knowledge, or an educator looking for ways to create a
Sensory Sensitivity: A Spectrum We All Share We navigate the world through a symphony of sights, sounds, smells, and textures via our senses. But for some, this sensory experience can be turned up a notch, or even muted entirely. Furthermore, Sensory sensitivity can affect people from all walks of life, creating challenges that can impact
Beyond Busy, Noisy and Bright: Why Being Sensory-Friendly Matters Imagine this: a bustling museum filled with chattering crowds, flashing lights illuminating vibrant exhibits, and a cacophony of sounds – footsteps echoing, children giggling, and tour guides explaining historical artifacts. This exciting environment might be a dream come true for some, but for others, it could
A Complete Guide to Understanding Sensory Sensitivity, Overload, and Processing Our senses are how we experience the world, but for some, these experiences can feel overwhelming or confusing. For example, this is often linked to sensory disorders, where the brain struggles to process sensory information. So, whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or individual seeking clarity,
Understand Sensory Processing, Autism, and Sensory Overload Our human experience is woven with our senses. Our brains interpret information from sight, sound, touch, taste, smell, movement (proprioception), balance (vestibular), and internal body awareness (interoception). Furthermore, with that information our brain creates a understanding of the world around us. However, when this complex system is disrupted,
Unveiling the World of Sensory-Friendly Movies: A Guide for Inclusive Entertainment Imagine the excitement of a trip to the movies. The anticipation of a new story unfolding on the big screen, the shared laughter with friends, the escape into a world of imagination. But for many people, the traditional movie theater environment is overwhelming. In
Have you ever heard of “relaxed performances” but weren’t sure what they entailed? This blog dives into the world of relaxed performances, answering questions for both patrons and those looking to create them What is a Relaxed Performance? Relaxed performances are designed to create a more comfortable environment for audience members. For example, changes are
What Is Sensory Overload and Why Does It Happen? Have you ever walked into a bustling restaurant where the clatter of dishes, overlapping conversations, and flashing lights instantly made you want to retreat? Or been in a grocery store where bright overhead lights, colorful displays, and constant motion left you tense and disoriented? Importantly, these
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