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Self Care routines? Know of any?

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We talked about 'Self care' in my online course
Techniques to increase oxytocin
1) rub your hand together for while and then rub your forearm
2) rub your hand together for while and then place both hands on heart
3) place your hand on your cheeks
4) use blanket if don't like touch and wrap around
5) hug and rub your shoulders
Hope you will try

March 20 (edited)
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A MyAutismTeam Member

U could try stretching stand up twist n bend reach for the sky n inhale/ exhale 💙

March 22
A MyAutismTeam Member

Art Power thank for sharing your knowledge from class

https://ausm.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sel...

https://www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit-excerpt/t...

https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/p...

Self-care for autistic people focuses on sensory regulation, honoring energy limits, and accommodating neurodivergent needs to prevent burnout. Key practices include using sensory tools (noise-canceling headphones, weighted blankets), engaging in special interests (SPINs), establishing predictable routines, setting social boundaries, and allowing for unmasking time.

https://ausm.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Self-Care-Toolkit-for-Autistic-People.pdf
https://ausm.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Self-Care-Toolkit-for-Autistic-People.pdf
Keeping healthy
Keeping healthy
https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/physical-health/keeping-healthy
https://www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit-excerpt/taking-care-yourself
March 20
MyAutismTeam

What self-care routines can help with relaxation and calming?

Those are wonderful self-care techniques you've learned! The warmth and gentle touch you're describing can be really soothing. Here are some additional calming practices that might complement what you're already doing:

Breathing exercises
- Place a warm hand Show Full Answer

What self-care routines can help with relaxation and calming?

Those are wonderful self-care techniques you've learned! The warmth and gentle touch you're describing can be really soothing. Here are some additional calming practices that might complement what you're already doing:

Breathing exercises:
- Place a warm hand gently on your belly while lying down
- Take a small, gentle inhale through your nose
- Exhale slowly through your mouth
- Focus on the exhale, as it's the most important part for relaxation

Bedtime relaxation:
- Try the breathing technique while lying in bed
- You can use a warm compress, water bottle, or heated buckwheat bag on your belly instead of your hand if that feels better
- This can help you breathe more deeply and relax

Self-compassion practice:
- Place a hand on your chest (like a friend's comforting touch)
- Hold your own hand
- Say kind phrases to yourself like "this is really hard right now" or "may I be gentle with myself"

Remember, learning to calm yourself takes time and practice. Be patient with yourself as you explore what works best for you. The techniques you shared are great starting points, and combining them with breathing and self-compassion can create a powerful self-care routine.

March 20

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