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Sensory Overload
When the world is too loud, the body speaks.
Spot the clue: Sensory Overload
| The clue you see | What it means | Do tonight |
|---|---|---|
| Covers ears at normal sounds | Sounds land louder for them. | Keep headphones in the bag. Everywhere. |
| Melts down in bright, busy stores | Too much input, no off switch. | Short trips, off-peak hours, one exit plan. |
| Fights tags, seams, and certain clothes | Clothes genuinely hurt. | Cut tags. Soft clothes. Let comfort win. |
| Crashes into people and furniture | The body is hunting for pressure. | Wall pushes, bear hugs, heavy backpack. |
| Can't handle being touched when upset | Touch adds input to an already full cup. | Stay near, hands off, until they reach for you. |
Then do Monae's 3 steps: 1. Stop ✋ 2. Breathe 🌬️ 3. Say what I need 🗣️
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