small activities (low energy edition!)
I donβt live with my carer, so most of the time when Iβm small I am on my own. here are some of my favorite solitary activities to do while regressed.
itβs sometimes a struggle for me to figure out how to handle myself when Iβm small but Iβm burned out, low in motivation, or tired. like I said, I donβt live with my carer, so I have to be capable of keeping myself occupied. here are some activities for my small self when I am not feeling up to being the creative and playful kiddo I usually am.
𧦠dress comfy - this is generally the first thing I do when I realize I am regressing/regressed and I am having a low-energy day. my go-to comfy clothes are big sweaters (especially daddyβs sweater!), pajama shorts, and soft t-shirts. I will also typically carry a pastel knit baby blanket with me when I am small and low-energy because it has a familiar smell and Iβve had it since I was born.
π eat a snack - sometimes when Iβm small I will cook or prepare things for myself to eat, but when Iβm having a low energy day I usually stick to snacks like goldfish, nori maki arare, and dry cheeriosβones you can eat with your hands and donβt have to prepare yourself. itβs also nice because experiencing familiar and comforting tastes can be grounding when Iβm not feeling my best.
π watch a movie - movies are a great tool for my age regression especially when Iβm alone, either for helping me to regress or to give small me something to focus on when Iβm having bad feelings or low energy. some of my favorite small movies are Finding Nemo, Ponyo, Lilo and Stitch, and Monsters Inc. if Iβm using a movie as a distraction, I will usually also be doing something else while focusing on the movie, such as playing with a stim toy, chewing food, or cuddling a stuffie.
π― aromatherapy - specific familiar smells are deeply connected to my small space, so I will often seek out comforting smells (or explore new smells) when Iβm small. I typically do this by engaging in something thatβs already relaxing by nature, like lighting incense, sniffing candles, or cuddling my favorite stuffie ((this post better explains the connection between my age regression and smells, as well as lists some examples of my comforting smells)). nice or familiar smells can be very comforting and grounding, and I find that they are a good help for dissociation.
π§ listen to music - surprisingly, I donβt really listen to kiddo music when Iβm small, and my taste in music doesnβt really vary between big me and small me. however, when regressed I find that prefer softer songs. one of my favorite artists to listen to while regressed is mxmtoon. listening to music is soothing and it can help me relax if I am regressed and having trouble sleeping. it can also help if I am overwhelmed by other noises around the house and I wish to block them out to avoid sensory overload.
π± scroll tumblr - often times when I am regressing without my carer and Iβm not occupying myself with more engaging activities, I struggle with feeling lonely. seeing other content made by other regressors makes me feel less alone, and it can actually boost my mood a lot to know there are regressors out there just like me.
regressing on a low-energy day can be extra stressful, especially when you donβt have someone to take care of you. always remember to take care of yourself, drink water, and stay safe! π
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