Calm Senses Series Ep. 1 - Press & Relax

Calm Senses Series Ep. 1 - Press & Relax

Helping the body feel steady through gentle pressing

In this episode, children explore how gentle pressing with their muscles can help their bodies feel more organised and steady.

By pressing their hands, feet, or body against something supportive, children experience proprioceptive input, which can help the nervous system settle and improve body awareness.

This practice helps children notice the difference between muscles working and relaxing, building early regulation skills.

Children are encouraged to explore pressing in ways that feel comfortable for their bodies, including pressing hands together, pressing feet into the floor, giving themselves a hug, or squeezing a cushion or soft toy.

Parent & Teacher Notes

This activity can be especially helpful:

• during transitions between activities• after recess or physical play• before focused classroom work• when children feel restless or unsettled

Children may prefer soft pressing, stronger pressing, movement, or imagination instead of physical pressing. All responses are valid.

Encourage curiosity rather than correction with prompts such as:

  • “Try what feels comfortable for your body.”

  • “You can press softer or stronger.”

  • “You can stop anytime.”

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