Sensory Signals PosterSensory Signals Listening to what my body is telling me What is Stimming? A natural way our bodies process feelings or calm down when things feel like "too much" or "not enough." The Goal To help my brain feel "just right"—not too overwhelmed and not too sleepy. Identifying My Triggers Sight • Flickering lights • Cluttered spaces • Fast patterns Sound • Background hums • Loud voices • Sudden bangs Touch • Itchy clothing tags • Sticky textures • Light touch Smell • Strong cleaners • Heavy perfumes • Food odors Body • Sitting too long • Tight spaces • Feeling tired Mind • Feeling anxious • High excitement • Big changes My Body Scan Check-In Is something bothering my senses right now? Are my muscles feeling tight or fizzy? Is my brain feeling too fast or too slow? Do I need to move to feel balanced? Notice. Breathe. Regulate. Identifying triggers is the first step to self-regulation. It is okay to stim!
