Your Senses & Feelings
Learn about how your senses take in the world around you.
Your brain notices the world through your senses, and everyone's senses work differently.
Some brains hear sounds more loudly than others.
Some brains are sensitive to bright lights and glare.
Some brains feel textures and touch very strongly.
Some brains need movement to feel regulated and think clearly.
Some brains find deep pressure calming and grounding.
Some brains don't notice hunger, thirst, or tiredness until it's urgent.
Some brains use a lot of energy processing sensory information.
Regular sensory breaks help some brains reset and stay regulated.
Some brains crave strong sensory input to feel regulated.
Some brains are very aware of smells, even faint ones.
Some brains experience tastes and food textures very intensely.
Proprioception
Proprioception is how your brain knows where your body is in space.
The Vestibular System
Your vestibular sense helps you with balance, movement, and knowing which way is up.
Everyone benefits from having a space where their senses feel comfortable.
Planning for your sensory needs
A sensory diet is a plan of activities that give your brain the sensory input it needs.