Also my tip: I found I don’t get as sensory overwhelmed when I’m out if I carry a kinda heavy backpack everywhere. The weight keep my mind off other sensory overloads, this combine with a good headset is amazing for me.
I carry a backpack with me, as well. Empty (for the most part) when I start out; full and heavy when I finish. I do find that the added weight makes me feel better as I walk home...and yes, listening to music on my headphones (and then just keeping them in my ear in the store, with the music turned off) helps immensely with other noises.
What I do for sensory issues is deal with it when I start the day by having alone time by myself doing yoga and meditation, breathing exercises that calms me down then I read and pray. By doing this kinda of stuff that calms you it prepares you to be mentally ready for the day of issues.
I’m finding this now. I’m a mom of a boy in the spectrum. He is about to turn 4 and it breaks my heart when he has meltdowns when we HAVE to go certain places. Hearing you speak about it describes perfectly what he can’t say right now. So BIG thank you mister!
Yes I do that too not with rosemary but I carry always a smell I can handle or enjoy in a necklace so I smell it when there is unpleasant odor around that or I will pinch my nose.
Chewing mint gum, breath mints, and chewing mint leaves also really helps with powerful odors! My uncle used to take me bowhunting with him and when you field dress an animal, there is a smell so he would give me mint leaves haha.
From the pov of someone who spent 41 years not knowing exactly what my issues were: Headphones- One other side benefit is I have a problem with being very approachable to strangers. Wearing headphones, even if there is no sound playing, greatly discourages unexpected conversation attempts. Those of you who use public transportation know what I'm talking about. They assume you cannot hear them, and they don't try to engage. Tags: You blew my mind, Dan. I never think about how I have the ability to change things, and don't realize this is an option. I also looked at my favorite, most comfortable clothes, some of which I've had for decades. No tags on them. Coincidence? Weighted Blanket: I've definitely found taking a brief nap helps. Big blankets for sure, as does having my small dog asleep on my chest (or cat when I had one). Sunglasses: had glasses since I was five, never thought sunglasses were something I could wear, so never did. Wife forced me to try prescription sunglasses a few months ago. They definitely help, although remembering to bring them, and having to switch glasses often, is a struggle. In the US, most big stores use fluorescent lights, and they not only hurt, but make colors look different, which is subtley disorienting. Sunglasses do help. Smells: no issues with the deli, but cleaning products and fragrance aisles kill me. Holding my breath hasn't worked well, might try this one! Bonus: yeah, maintain low expectations when you have to go there, and don't go places you know won't end well if you can help it. Don't be afraid of the outside world, but be smart about it. Also big
Putting a drop of essential oil of my preference for the day under my nose works really well to help me when in public places. Not having to smell other people’s odors or different smells from outside of my own preference is such a relief. I feel safer like I’m in control of what’s coming into my brain.
OMG YES In a busy elevators where every person has his own smell I'm almost constantly end up just covering my nose/mouth with my hand (on which I used some essential oils in the morning)
My biggest tip is to avoid places where I will get triggered. Or if it’s a place I have to go, like the supermarket, I go right when it opens, 6 am for my local market. Shop when nobody else is there. No screaming kids. Nobody bumping his cart into yours. Brilliant. Instead of noise canceling headphones, I do regular headphones with podcasts I enjoy while in public. I just focus on the words in my ears harder and harder when something is bothering me.
One of my sensory hacks is meditation. I listen to music with my headphones, and the music just takes me places. Very relaxing. I can relate to the smells in grocery stores, though for me, the biggest threat is the cleaning aisle with all the detergents and what-not. I liked your hack; believe it or not, in Medieval times, people carried a pouch with herbs in it that smelled sweet, called a "pomander". It would counter many awful smells (including the smells from their own, and others, unwashed bodies).Weighted blankets, YES! I will look into that. I wish I could wear sunglasses, but I already wear glasses, and contact lenses are now a no-go for me (due to dry eyes). Loved your talking about your son! I don't have a child, but my cats can be pretty loud. Lastly, "Yes, Dan, I would love to see a vlog!" Keep up the good work!!! You are doing so much good in the world, with this.
I'd need those headsets for waiting rooms. It's one thing I still have to go out to, and cant get away from, and those places often trigger me, specially when ppl play videos on their phones outloud or there's kids screaming! I've had meltdowns in waiting rooms far too often when other ppl are being so obnoxious!
I struggle in places where there are several conversations that are going on at once, like at a party. Are there any hacks to focus in on the conversation in your immediate area and tune everyone out that is not a part of that conversation? Is there any hack not to look like a jerk for just wanting to leave or go outside and chill out on my cell phone?
It is always going to be hard to block out all the input. I have found that when you let most people know you want to hear them, but you're having trouble focusing, they will move closer, talk louder, or agree to move to a quieter spot. They want you to hear them, just ask. Try not to yell things like, "Sorry, what? These jerks behind us are too loud!", as you'll likely be overheard by the jerks behind you. This can be awkward. ;) Not always easy. Just tell lies, like you need to call someone/getting a call, have to use the restroom, or even tell the truth. "I gotta do X for a few minutes, I'll be back". You don't have to explain why. It is OK to go get some air. People will understand. Just say something quickly and go. (not professional advice)
I also struggle focusing on the sound I want, and honestly, I've found the most acceptable solution, is honesty. I tell the person I'm talking to "I'm sorry, I'm enjoying talking to you, but I'm getting overwhelmed with all this sound, any chance you'd like to step (outside, to another room, where ever) so we can continue?" They may not want to leave the party, but I've never had someone respond as though I were being rude. I find the more honest I am, the more understanding others are.
I lipread which helps me make more "eye" contact with a person I'm talking to as well as being able to focus more on what's said. Background noise is horrific for me - had loads of hearing tests which I've aced but struggle with processing words... It was one of the things that tipped me off that I am ASD.
@@HannahRainbow88 I partially lip read too, not only because it helps me pick up more of what is being said, but because it shifts my focus to the direction of the person speaking to me. Otherwise I will use in-ear earphones with low(ish) volume music playing to draw my focus closer to me, rather than a wide area around me.
I use a tissue with a couple of drops of essential oil to overcome bad smells an added advantage is that people tend to avoid you or give you more space if they think you're sick😂. I use warm water to brush my teeth and everything that is in contact with my skin is (if possible) inside out because seams irritate me as much as tags
Try the soft foam ear plugs or silicone ear putty, it doesn't cancel noise but does reduce it. You can get noise cancelling ear plugs for motor bike riding but they're a little pricey
I also find most over ear headphones and many in ear headphones pretty annoying/painful, but I've found some comfy ones and they help so much! I love these sleeping headphones by MaxRock : www.amazon.com/MAXROCK-Sleeping-Headphones-Earplugs-Cellphones/dp/B077NNZ3QH/ I've never had a pair last more than 3 months(usually a button or one of the sides goes out) but they are so nice I just keep getting them. I forget they are there, which is really good. Sometimes I listen to things, but I also use them more like earplugs sometimes. They cut noise by 22 decibels which is really really nice in stores, crowds, restaurants, cars etc.
My noise reducing headphones are a lifesaver, they give me silence and the right pressure on the ears to act as a hug. Mine are currently being repaired so I will be glad when I get them back.
I remember at time In middle school I was in SPED classes One of my teachers had a small denim vest with weights sewn into it I loved wearing it so much because it made me feel more confident
I know this is labelled as hacks for sensory on the autism spectrum but I have a sensory processing sensitivity and this really helped , thank you so much keep it up 👍🏻
I can tolerate loud noises and not so bright lights, but my sense of touch is delicate. I can get very upset wearing uncomfortable fabrics like wool, nylon or polyester. That's why most of my clothes are cotton.
Thanks for the video :) I almost can't focus on it though because of the small, high pitched sound in the background 😱 #triggeredbysounds - I actually don't really like the filling sound of noise cancelling (even if I do like full white noise). I do like though to always have music playing when I am outside as I can't handle all the people's sounds, talking and noises.
Watching from Australia, female 63yrs I have ADHD and Complex ptsd, my son is on the spectrum and adhd. Recently I've suspected I may also be on the spectrum. It's hard to differentiate issues if they are autism traits or c ptsd/adhd symptoms. I always have to cut the tags out of my clothes. Noise!!!!! I wear noise cancelling earplugs every night to sleep and always when I go out. My dog barking!!! OMFG and he's a bad barker, he wears a citronella collar gives him a shot of citronella every time he barks ...it may work on your son...🤣 Night time I only have a lamp if any thing...I hate bright lights/outdoors etc. Just found your channel it's great. Thanks!
My hack for work is tinted safety glasses. We are required to have safety glasses, but the lights bother my eyes, between the flickering of the florescent bulbs and the brightness. The tinted glasses help alot.
My child doesn't have issues with tags, but what he and I do have issues with are others touching us. And people are so "welcoming" to helping themselves to sticking the tags back in our shirts to "help" us. It sets me off for one, and stresses out my child.
What happens if it is your families voice's that are a trigger? The volume of conversation, can you use noise canceling headphones and still here them a bit? Is there a better solution? Thanks 😊
Your bonus hack is actually helpful and very important Dan! One big example is nightclubs, which can be super triggering for a person on the autism spectrum due to loud music, crazy lights, drunken people and casual tobacco smells but even more triggering when it's overcrowded. The other night I turned down a nightclub invite 'cause it was gonna rain that night, which wouldn't allow me to get out since this nightclub has an outdoor area (I've been to this club before). Plus, because it was on a Saturday night, I was expecting it to be overcrowded so I definitely stayed in.
I use Decibullz attenuation filters earplugs. They dial down the noise without completely cutting off my environment. I buy as many tagless clothes as possible and am very particular about the texture of the fabric and how they fit my body. I created a weighted pillow with a faux fur cover to mimic snuggling my cat. I also have a soft cotton cover and a flannel cover for it to suit my needs. Lights don't generally bother me. It is the visual busyness of stores and the auditory stimuli of those environments that I really struggle with. My mom and my brother are the ones that do the shopping. I also don't drive because it requires me to process too many things at once while doing multiple things simultaneously, my mom is my primary chauffeur.
I used to put Vicks vapour rub under my nose/around my nostrils when I was in nursing because some of the smells from sick people would make me throw up. It helped so much.
I've literally always had my tags chopped off, I couldn't agree more with printing the necessary information. Also I wanna know if anybody else smells their own t-shirt when they are stressed. The smell of my mum's washing or home calms me.
I'd love to watch your vlog I am very interested in seeing how other people on the asd spectrum live there lives and I like seeing strategies I can learn and adapt into my daily life!
Hey this is how I deal with nasty smells by breathing through my mouth not with my nose. Also with bright lights I cant wear sunglasses since I have glasses so I wear an hat. And when my anxiety comes in while I out of the house I switch my focus to my friends or family by talking to them having a laugh. Another thing I do is focus on the matter at hand while I name 3 things I am thankful for and why when I am by myself.
I use beats head phones playing binaral beats for my son in his louder classes. He can still hear the teacher and when people speak to him but it puts like an auditory bubble around him. It’s been super helpful to him.
I wear sunglasses even when it rains 😂 I always get headaches when I have to go shopping... so after my ASD diagnosis a week ago, for the first time, I walked into a shop and kept my sunglasses on the entire time... people looked at me like I was an alien.. 😂 but I didn't care... because it definitely helped with the sensory overload from all the lights... it was amazing ❤❤
OOOO I’ve not heard of those, but I’ll check them out! Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).
Great video! Speaking of sensory processing disorder I couldnt help but be distracted by the subtle constant feedback in the background its a high pitched oscillating sound from the mic and if you have the blue yeti its because there is to much electricity being sent to it and you need to basically unplug and replug after 10 secs to defuse the excess energy.
aw man that was another great video Dan as u matched all the things that I do so u have shown that I'm not alone, I wear my shades nearly 24/7 I don't sleep or shower in them its not advisable haha, I have a heavy quilt that I love, I cut tags off it annoys me and my exma, those ear things I do need they will be better then my earphones cos I can't have ear plugs in my ears, as for smells I don't like I will always avoid them, thankfully I don't need them, I avoid busy places that will contain big crowds of people causing a meltdown. This with so many other reasons is why I'm subscribed to your channel. Thank you ^_^
My mom got me the hearphones made by Bose and they are amazing. It allows me to control how much sound I hear and it also amplifies voices. Having ADHD and SPD I can never hear the people talking to me because I'm so distracted by everything around me. These headphones are amazing but they are $500.
Im 25 years old (male), and I’m awaiting my assessment. I haven’t told my mother, and only a couple of friends know. I am nervous about my assessment because I’m extremely emotional when talking about my past struggles with psychological and physical health.
First off my regular glasses are Raybans, and they're the same frame only in white and purple. Secondly, I need to try these with my son. And myself. The more I learn about autism the more I think I may have autism as well as my son.
Ray bans are awesome!! Yes! That happens a lot with parents as autism is genetic, if you have any doubts why not take the test: ua-cam.com/video/WRxrX_Suygc/v-deo.html ⚡️ Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).
Sunglasses help a little but many of them are still not dark enough for being out side on a really sunny day. My second problem is, what if you need glasses to read. Love your video's thank you.
The earphone thing I do a lot! I have Raycon earbuds and they arnt concidered noise cancelling but they do cut out almost all outside noise when listening to music, I too used to cut off all my shirt tags when I was a kid too, flickering lights are a but triggering for me too, same with certains smells and tectures of foods, a lot of people dont understand how that can be but they dont see the world like people with aspergers do. It's cool to know I'm not the only one who finds things irritating and can find a life hack to make aspies' worlds even better and easier on a day to day basis
I noticed you look away from the camera a lot in your videos, I was wondering if you use a script or is it just distractions or both? And hell yes, I would like to see a headphone review, that would be awesome
I find playing with natural gemstone beads very calming when anxious, and feeling overwhelmed. I rub, roll them deep into my arms and hands like a massage, they are cooling too, as I get hot, I rub them on my face and enjoy the smooth sensation, I'm basically trying to ground myself. Using the beaded bracelets like stim toys. And I just love rocks and geology, and I'm in awe with how incredible Earths jewellery is. 💖
i like to carry a bag when i go out and if im overwhelmed i surround myself with pillows and when i go out i spray perfume on a cloth and put in in a pocket
forgot to add this. i also like reorginizing or looking at stuff i like for example flowers or plants you could like go outside or look up information or just look at plants
if noise cancelling headphones are too expensive for you, you could try those earplugs that are called "loops". i saw them everywhere on the internet and ended up buying them, they're life saving. (i'd recommend the "Quiet" loops btw, especially if you need kinda high noise reduction)
Great video Dan, never heard a hack for bad smells before this should help me a lot 👍🏻 thank you 👍🏻 the bonus tip is good but it's hard to get out of going to your ESA assessment mine was in Birmingham and I was triggered!
If you have a chance to respond or talk about it in a future video I was curious how you feel Aspergers/ASD may affect you when driving, I still haven’t gotten confirmed for them yet bc I haven’t gone for testing yet, but I would like to compare
You mentioned flourscent lights and brightness of light, but what about light color? I'm bothered by light that is yellowish in color, i like daylight (bright white light) colored bulbs. Could that be a part of the same issue, I'm new to all this and trying to learn how to help myself?
Hi Dan. Trying to scour the Web and medical resources and books for visual sensory issues: things like seeing swirly smoky patterns on certain carpets or flooring. Do you know of any good resources?
For avoiding smell issues, you can dab a bit of lotion or Vicks sav under your nose. Also sometimes actually putting the peppermint in your mouth instead of just smelling it can help. Just a suggestion. I’m not autistic but I have these sensory issues. At least I’ve been told I wasn’t.
Please do the vlog. I'm trying to teach my kids how to manage their sensory needs through the day, but it's hard as I don't have sensory issues myself. It would be really great to have a working example. Some ideas we have been given were great in theory, but not terribly practical in real life.
I think this is quite obvious, but all sort of gadget toys can help to get rid of stressed energy or help you to better focus. There's also a lot of jewelleries and stuff that can work like sensory stimulus toys but still look stylish, such as bracelets, necklaces or rings (huge amount of them on wish). Absolutely worth trying!
the best tip is to stop forcing yourself to go to places and do things that are going to be too mentally challenging for you. Before I found out I had aspergers i’d always put pressure on myself to do those things because I thought that the anxiety would go away with habit, it didn’t. And frankly I didn’t even want to do all those things, I just wanted to fit in
Also my tip: I found I don’t get as sensory overwhelmed when I’m out if I carry a kinda heavy backpack everywhere. The weight keep my mind off other sensory overloads, this combine with a good headset is amazing for me.
i'm the same but with nice big heavy coats, i've got my mums leather coat from the 80's that's super heavy...works a treat.
Same here with my heavy Uggs when I’m out. Keeping me grounded. And a heavy weighted blanket. I’ll try the backpack. Thank you for the tip.
I carry a backpack with me, as well. Empty (for the most part) when I start out; full and heavy when I finish. I do find that the added weight makes me feel better as I walk home...and yes, listening to music on my headphones (and then just keeping them in my ear in the store, with the music turned off) helps immensely with other noises.
Thank you for this tip, I will keep this in mind!
I somehow did not know you had a child. Now I feel the aspie dad energy.
A video about different noice cancelling headphones would be awesome
Yes! I’ve been trying to find a good pair
@@lindseytallent2855 me too
What I do for sensory issues is deal with it when I start the day by having alone time by myself doing yoga and meditation, breathing exercises that calms me down then I read and pray. By doing this kinda of stuff that calms you it prepares you to be mentally ready for the day of issues.
I’m finding this now. I’m a mom of a boy in the spectrum. He is about to turn 4 and it breaks my heart when he has meltdowns when we HAVE to go certain places. Hearing you speak about it describes perfectly what he can’t say right now. So BIG thank you mister!
I carry a sprig of rosemary with me and smell that. It has a calming effect along with blocking out the bad smells.
I need to do that. Most chemical or perfume smells are agonizing to me
Yes I do that too not with rosemary but I carry always a smell I can handle or enjoy in a necklace so I smell it when there is unpleasant odor around that or I will pinch my nose.
Chewing mint gum, breath mints, and chewing mint leaves also really helps with powerful odors! My uncle used to take me bowhunting with him and when you field dress an animal, there is a smell so he would give me mint leaves haha.
From the pov of someone who spent 41 years not knowing exactly what my issues were:
Headphones- One other side benefit is I have a problem with being very approachable to strangers. Wearing headphones, even if there is no sound playing, greatly discourages unexpected conversation attempts. Those of you who use public transportation know what I'm talking about. They assume you cannot hear them, and they don't try to engage.
Tags: You blew my mind, Dan. I never think about how I have the ability to change things, and don't realize this is an option. I also looked at my favorite, most comfortable clothes, some of which I've had for decades. No tags on them. Coincidence?
Weighted Blanket: I've definitely found taking a brief nap helps. Big blankets for sure, as does having my small dog asleep on my chest (or cat when I had one).
Sunglasses: had glasses since I was five, never thought sunglasses were something I could wear, so never did. Wife forced me to try prescription sunglasses a few months ago. They definitely help, although remembering to bring them, and having to switch glasses often, is a struggle. In the US, most big stores use fluorescent lights, and they not only hurt, but make colors look different, which is subtley disorienting. Sunglasses do help.
Smells: no issues with the deli, but cleaning products and fragrance aisles kill me. Holding my breath hasn't worked well, might try this one!
Bonus: yeah, maintain low expectations when you have to go there, and don't go places you know won't end well if you can help it. Don't be afraid of the outside world, but be smart about it.
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Putting a drop of essential oil of my preference for the day under my nose works really well to help me when in public places. Not having to smell other people’s odors or different smells from outside of my own preference is such a relief. I feel safer like I’m in control of what’s coming into my brain.
OMG YES
In a busy elevators where every person has his own smell I'm almost constantly end up just covering my nose/mouth with my hand (on which I used some essential oils in the morning)
My biggest tip is to avoid places where I will get triggered. Or if it’s a place I have to go, like the supermarket, I go right when it opens, 6 am for my local market. Shop when nobody else is there. No screaming kids. Nobody bumping his cart into yours. Brilliant.
Instead of noise canceling headphones, I do regular headphones with podcasts I enjoy while in public. I just focus on the words in my ears harder and harder when something is bothering me.
One of my sensory hacks is meditation. I listen to music with my headphones, and the music just takes me places. Very relaxing. I can relate to the smells in grocery stores, though for me, the biggest threat is the cleaning aisle with all the detergents and what-not. I liked your hack; believe it or not, in Medieval times, people carried a pouch with herbs in it that smelled sweet, called a "pomander". It would counter many awful smells (including the smells from their own, and others, unwashed bodies).Weighted blankets, YES! I will look into that. I wish I could wear sunglasses, but I already wear glasses, and contact lenses are now a no-go for me (due to dry eyes). Loved your talking about your son! I don't have a child, but my cats can be pretty loud. Lastly, "Yes, Dan, I would love to see a vlog!" Keep up the good work!!! You are doing so much good in the world, with this.
I have the exact opposite response to silence. My mind is too loud so I need sounds like podcasts or music to drown it out and focus.
I always hold my breath within fifteen feet of the seafood section, that's my grocery store trigger, it's just the worst.
I'd need those headsets for waiting rooms. It's one thing I still have to go out to, and cant get away from, and those places often trigger me, specially when ppl play videos on their phones outloud or there's kids screaming! I've had meltdowns in waiting rooms far too often when other ppl are being so obnoxious!
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porcupine brick thing.... best description ever!
I struggle in places where there are several conversations that are going on at once, like at a party.
Are there any hacks to focus in on the conversation in your immediate area and tune everyone out that is not a part of that conversation?
Is there any hack not to look like a jerk for just wanting to leave or go outside and chill out on my cell phone?
It is always going to be hard to block out all the input. I have found that when you let most people know you want to hear them, but you're having trouble focusing, they will move closer, talk louder, or agree to move to a quieter spot. They want you to hear them, just ask. Try not to yell things like, "Sorry, what? These jerks behind us are too loud!", as you'll likely be overheard by the jerks behind you. This can be awkward. ;)
Not always easy. Just tell lies, like you need to call someone/getting a call, have to use the restroom, or even tell the truth. "I gotta do X for a few minutes, I'll be back". You don't have to explain why. It is OK to go get some air. People will understand. Just say something quickly and go.
(not professional advice)
I also struggle focusing on the sound I want, and honestly, I've found the most acceptable solution, is honesty. I tell the person I'm talking to "I'm sorry, I'm enjoying talking to you, but I'm getting overwhelmed with all this sound, any chance you'd like to step (outside, to another room, where ever) so we can continue?" They may not want to leave the party, but I've never had someone respond as though I were being rude. I find the more honest I am, the more understanding others are.
I lipread which helps me make more "eye" contact with a person I'm talking to as well as being able to focus more on what's said. Background noise is horrific for me - had loads of hearing tests which I've aced but struggle with processing words... It was one of the things that tipped me off that I am ASD.
@@HannahRainbow88 I partially lip read too, not only because it helps me pick up more of what is being said, but because it shifts my focus to the direction of the person speaking to me. Otherwise I will use in-ear earphones with low(ish) volume music playing to draw my focus closer to me, rather than a wide area around me.
I'd probs recommend putting in earphones/airpods and playing ur music to block out the noise.
I use a tissue with a couple of drops of essential oil to overcome bad smells an added advantage is that people tend to avoid you or give you more space if they think you're sick😂. I use warm water to brush my teeth and everything that is in contact with my skin is (if possible) inside out because seams irritate me as much as tags
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Those kind of headphones hurt my hears so bad, it squeeze them too much... I need to find a good alternative
Try the soft foam ear plugs or silicone ear putty, it doesn't cancel noise but does reduce it. You can get noise cancelling ear plugs for motor bike riding but they're a little pricey
try the Sony WH-1000X m3, I use them and they are amazingly comfortable and light plus they work really well
I also find most over ear headphones and many in ear headphones pretty annoying/painful, but I've found some comfy ones and they help so much! I love these sleeping headphones by MaxRock : www.amazon.com/MAXROCK-Sleeping-Headphones-Earplugs-Cellphones/dp/B077NNZ3QH/
I've never had a pair last more than 3 months(usually a button or one of the sides goes out) but they are so nice I just keep getting them. I forget they are there, which is really good. Sometimes I listen to things, but I also use them more like earplugs sometimes. They cut noise by 22 decibels which is really really nice in stores, crowds, restaurants, cars etc.
My noise reducing headphones are a lifesaver, they give me silence and the right pressure on the ears to act as a hug. Mine are currently being repaired so I will be glad when I get them back.
I chopped the collar off my work shirt because it was unnecessary material and felt like a turtle neck
I can't stop laughing at this.
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I remember at time In middle school I was in SPED classes One of my teachers had a small denim vest with weights sewn into it I loved wearing it so much because it made me feel more confident
Congrats on 100k, you've impacted my life ♥️🙏🏻
I know this is labelled as hacks for sensory on the autism spectrum but I have a sensory processing sensitivity and this really helped , thank you so much keep it up 👍🏻
For noise cancelling headphones I suggest sennheiser btnc 350 great bang for your buck
I thought me having ASD & ADHD was tough but my man has the four horseman of the tism
I can tolerate loud noises and not so bright lights, but my sense of touch is delicate. I can get very upset wearing uncomfortable fabrics like wool, nylon or polyester. That's why most of my clothes are cotton.
Congrats on 100k!!
Thanks for the video :) I almost can't focus on it though because of the small, high pitched sound in the background 😱 #triggeredbysounds - I actually don't really like the filling sound of noise cancelling (even if I do like full white noise). I do like though to always have music playing when I am outside as I can't handle all the people's sounds, talking and noises.
Thanks for the number 5 tip because certain smells can cause me to get headaches like strong scented candles or fish
Love the hacks! I would really enjoy a VLOG from you, Dan! X
Watching from Australia, female 63yrs I have ADHD and Complex ptsd, my son is on the spectrum and adhd. Recently I've suspected I may also be on the spectrum. It's hard to differentiate issues if they are autism traits or c ptsd/adhd symptoms. I always have to cut the tags out of my clothes. Noise!!!!! I wear noise cancelling earplugs every night to sleep and always when I go out. My dog barking!!! OMFG and he's a bad barker, he wears a citronella collar gives him a shot of citronella every time he barks ...it may work on your son...🤣 Night time I only have a lamp if any thing...I hate bright lights/outdoors etc. Just found your channel it's great. Thanks!
My hack for work is tinted safety glasses. We are required to have safety glasses, but the lights bother my eyes, between the flickering of the florescent bulbs and the brightness. The tinted glasses help alot.
coloring also helps me
Yes to the vlog!
My child doesn't have issues with tags, but what he and I do have issues with are others touching us. And people are so "welcoming" to helping themselves to sticking the tags back in our shirts to "help" us. It sets me off for one, and stresses out my child.
Love The toast Reference!!!! made my day!!! I love creative analogies like that myself!!!
What happens if it is your families voice's that are a trigger? The volume of conversation, can you use noise canceling headphones and still here them a bit? Is there a better solution? Thanks 😊
You can get festival/gig headphones that filter out some noise but not all
@@HannahRainbow88 I will look that up. I bought cheap noise canceling headphones from the source. Thanks for replying 😊
Eric Sharp omg family voice triggers is a BIG MOOD hahaha ! My whole life 😖
Yesss! Would totally watch your vlogs!!!
This was so much easier to digest at 75% speed 🙌🏻
Your bonus hack is actually helpful and very important Dan! One big example is nightclubs, which can be super triggering for a person on the autism spectrum due to loud music, crazy lights, drunken people and casual tobacco smells but even more triggering when it's overcrowded. The other night I turned down a nightclub invite 'cause it was gonna rain that night, which wouldn't allow me to get out since this nightclub has an outdoor area (I've been to this club before). Plus, because it was on a Saturday night, I was expecting it to be overcrowded so I definitely stayed in.
I use Decibullz attenuation filters earplugs. They dial down the noise without completely cutting off my environment. I buy as many tagless clothes as possible and am very particular about the texture of the fabric and how they fit my body. I created a weighted pillow with a faux fur cover to mimic snuggling my cat. I also have a soft cotton cover and a flannel cover for it to suit my needs. Lights don't generally bother me. It is the visual busyness of stores and the auditory stimuli of those environments that I really struggle with. My mom and my brother are the ones that do the shopping. I also don't drive because it requires me to process too many things at once while doing multiple things simultaneously, my mom is my primary chauffeur.
I used to put Vicks vapour rub under my nose/around my nostrils when I was in nursing because some of the smells from sick people would make me throw up. It helped so much.
I've literally always had my tags chopped off, I couldn't agree more with printing the necessary information. Also I wanna know if anybody else smells their own t-shirt when they are stressed. The smell of my mum's washing or home calms me.
YES whenever I am feeling anxious I smell my shirt and the familiar smell always grounds me.
Congrats on 100k subscribers! I was on of them a few k back. Thanks for all you do.
I can definitely agree with the tags on clothes.
I'd love to watch your vlog I am very interested in seeing how other people on the asd spectrum live there lives and I like seeing strategies I can learn and adapt into my daily life!
Hey this is how I deal with nasty smells by breathing through my mouth not with my nose.
Also with bright lights I cant wear sunglasses since I have glasses so I wear an hat. And when my anxiety comes in while I out of the house I switch my focus to my friends or family by talking to them having a laugh. Another thing I do is focus on the matter at hand while I name 3 things I am thankful for and why when I am by myself.
I use beats head phones playing binaral beats for my son in his louder classes. He can still hear the teacher and when people speak to him but it puts like an auditory bubble around him. It’s been super helpful to him.
Seam rippers/stitch removers are super helpful for getting rid of certain sewed-on tags
Thank you so much! This video has helped me so much!
I wear sunglasses even when it rains 😂 I always get headaches when I have to go shopping... so after my ASD diagnosis a week ago, for the first time, I walked into a shop and kept my sunglasses on the entire time... people looked at me like I was an alien.. 😂 but I didn't care... because it definitely helped with the sensory overload from all the lights... it was amazing ❤❤
I use Julbo Sherpa sunglasses grade 4 😎 they are amazing.
OOOO I’ve not heard of those, but I’ll check them out! Thank you so much for the comment! Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).
I would love to see a daily vlog of your life.How you interact with work and a baby and hoysehold craziness
Great video! Speaking of sensory processing disorder I couldnt help but be distracted by the subtle constant feedback in the background its a high pitched oscillating sound from the mic and if you have the blue yeti its because there is to much electricity being sent to it and you need to basically unplug and replug after 10 secs to defuse the excess energy.
Love the Hack idea for gross smells!!! I will have to try that!!!
and thank you for the avoiding places confirmation!!!
Saving the planet , one tag at a time!
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aw man that was another great video Dan as u matched all the things that I do so u have shown that I'm not alone, I wear my shades nearly 24/7 I don't sleep or shower in them its not advisable haha, I have a heavy quilt that I love, I cut tags off it annoys me and my exma, those ear things I do need they will be better then my earphones cos I can't have ear plugs in my ears, as for smells I don't like I will always avoid them, thankfully I don't need them, I avoid busy places that will contain big crowds of people causing a meltdown. This with so many other reasons is why I'm subscribed to your channel. Thank you ^_^
A vlog would be awesome to watch!!!!!!!😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀
My mom got me the hearphones made by Bose and they are amazing. It allows me to control how much sound I hear and it also amplifies voices. Having ADHD and SPD I can never hear the people talking to me because I'm so distracted by everything around me. These headphones are amazing but they are $500.
A Bandana sprayed with a favorite fragrance as well as scented hand sanitizer works wonders for myself
Congratulations on the 100 K subscribers Dan !!!!!!! Also thanks for the 5 Sensory issues hacks
Im 25 years old (male), and I’m awaiting my assessment. I haven’t told my mother, and only a couple of friends know. I am nervous about my assessment because I’m extremely emotional when talking about my past struggles with psychological and physical health.
Glad you said toast you reminded me that i was cooking toast lol
Jim Spencer synchronicity!
Yes I love that idea
yes please review the nc headphones
I've always hated those tags.
Yuuuup!! Thank you so much for the comment! Make sure you are subscribed and have the notifications turned on :).
First off my regular glasses are Raybans, and they're the same frame only in white and purple. Secondly, I need to try these with my son. And myself. The more I learn about autism the more I think I may have autism as well as my son.
Ray bans are awesome!! Yes! That happens a lot with parents as autism is genetic, if you have any doubts why not take the test: ua-cam.com/video/WRxrX_Suygc/v-deo.html ⚡️ Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me :).
Sunglasses help a little but many of them are still not dark enough for being out side on a really sunny day. My second problem is, what if you need glasses to read. Love your video's thank you.
The earphone thing I do a lot! I have Raycon earbuds and they arnt concidered noise cancelling but they do cut out almost all outside noise when listening to music, I too used to cut off all my shirt tags when I was a kid too, flickering lights are a but triggering for me too, same with certains smells and tectures of foods, a lot of people dont understand how that can be but they dont see the world like people with aspergers do. It's cool to know I'm not the only one who finds things irritating and can find a life hack to make aspies' worlds even better and easier on a day to day basis
You really deserve more subs
Great video. And congrats again on the 100k!!!
Thank you for all your videos. My four year old is currently being diagnosed with autism, I’m trying to learn how I can help him more. Thanks!
I noticed you look away from the camera a lot in your videos, I was wondering if you use a script or is it just distractions or both? And hell yes, I would like to see a headphone review, that would be awesome
What's with the high pitch sound on the video? Good video beside the high pitch sound.
I find playing with natural gemstone beads very calming when anxious, and feeling overwhelmed. I rub, roll them deep into my arms and hands like a massage, they are cooling too, as I get hot, I rub them on my face and enjoy the smooth sensation, I'm basically trying to ground myself. Using the beaded bracelets like stim toys. And I just love rocks and geology, and I'm in awe with how incredible Earths jewellery is. 💖
i like to carry a bag when i go out and if im overwhelmed i surround myself with pillows and when i go out i spray perfume on a cloth and put in in a pocket
forgot to add this. i also like reorginizing or looking at stuff i like for example flowers or plants you could like go outside or look up information or just look at plants
if noise cancelling headphones are too expensive for you, you could try those earplugs that are called "loops". i saw them everywhere on the internet and ended up buying them, they're life saving.
(i'd recommend the "Quiet" loops btw, especially if you need kinda high noise reduction)
the chapstick is such a good idea!! thanks, Dan!
Yes I would love to see vlogs!
Whoop!! Ok awesome 😀✌🏼
Super awesome tips! Thx4sharing! ✌🏼❤️😊
A little tin of coffee beans is great to help overcome smells
I wear shades because I wanna hide my eyes: The proverbial windows to the soul.
Great video Dan, never heard a hack for bad smells before this should help me a lot 👍🏻 thank you 👍🏻 the bonus tip is good but it's hard to get out of going to your ESA assessment mine was in Birmingham and I was triggered!
I use bone conducting headphones and foam ear plugs when shopping/in town. Ain't nothin gettin in my head then!
If you have a chance to respond or talk about it in a future video I was curious how you feel Aspergers/ASD may affect you when driving, I still haven’t gotten confirmed for them yet bc I haven’t gone for testing yet, but I would like to compare
You mentioned flourscent lights and brightness of light, but what about light color? I'm bothered by light that is yellowish in color, i like daylight (bright white light) colored bulbs. Could that be a part of the same issue, I'm new to all this and trying to learn how to help myself?
Yes to the vlogs!
Hi Dan. Trying to scour the Web and medical resources and books for visual sensory issues: things like seeing swirly smoky patterns on certain carpets or flooring. Do you know of any good resources?
I am just wondering have you tried vibes earplugs if how are they and do you have any tips for sensory smells just wondering
Lara would you recommend me to get them or no
Vlog style videos would be great as a regular feature
For avoiding smell issues, you can dab a bit of lotion or Vicks sav under your nose. Also sometimes actually putting the peppermint in your mouth instead of just smelling it can help. Just a suggestion. I’m not autistic but I have these sensory issues. At least I’ve been told I wasn’t.
I love your videos helps my son
Please do the vlog. I'm trying to teach my kids how to manage their sensory needs through the day, but it's hard as I don't have sensory issues myself. It would be really great to have a working example. Some ideas we have been given were great in theory, but not terribly practical in real life.
A vlog would be awesome!
Any recommendations for irritations from clothing seams? When seamless clothing isn't an option?
I think this is quite obvious, but all sort of gadget toys can help to get rid of stressed energy or help you to better focus. There's also a lot of jewelleries and stuff that can work like sensory stimulus toys but still look stylish, such as bracelets, necklaces or rings (huge amount of them on wish). Absolutely worth trying!
Yes I would like to see a blog
the best tip is to stop forcing yourself to go to places and do things that are going to be too mentally challenging for you. Before I found out I had aspergers i’d always put pressure on myself to do those things because I thought that the anxiety would go away with habit, it didn’t. And frankly I didn’t even want to do all those things, I just wanted to fit in
I wonder if that where essential oils wo actually help.(bad smells) I'm not a essential oil but.never tried any.but it is an idea
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Would loooove to see a video about noise cancel headphones please 🙂
Yes dan would love to see your vlog😎