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ASMR has evolved from a niche online trend into a widely used tool for relaxation. It shows promise in improving mood, reducing stress and encouraging calm through simple sensory triggers.

Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) occurs when certain stimuli, including sounds, visuals, or close contact with another person, produce tingling or calm feelings and sensations. Share on ...

Common ASMR triggers include whispering, hair play, and ear brushing. Not all people experience a positive response or any response to these triggers, though. ASMR, or autonomous sensory meridian ...

If you’ve ever found yourself weirdly relaxed watching someone whisper into a mic or tap their nails on a coffee mug, you’re not alone. ASMR, short for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, has become ...