Everyone has different ways of dealing with internal irritation and external problems: for some, this is a scream and insulting words, others prefer to drag on a cigarette in a secluded corner, others choose a well-trodden path to the fridge with goodies, seizing bad emotions. All these actions can be described as bad habits. At the same time, there is a simple and effective solution - an anti-stress ball, which helps here and now in each individual situation.
Features of exposure to the nervous system
Squeezing and unclenching the anti-stress ball, you not only train the muscles of the palm and wrists, but also strain the whole arm. The instructions are simple: squeeze the toy for one or two seconds, and then release it. You can throw it on the floor and walls. At the same time, muscle tension in the arm decreases, and the clamps throughout the body relax along the chain. An anti-stress ball is an easy way to get rid of negative emotions for both adults and children (from three years old). Bright drawings and pleasant textures also raise the mood.
Materials used
Factory models are most often made of rubber, polyurethane with gel filler. To make an anti-stress ball at home, craftsmen use flour, starch, cereals, legumes as a filler and ordinary balloons. You can also find proposals for the manufacture of knitted "touch-toys" with an unusual design.
Sizes, colors and textures
The market offers a variety of color, dimensional and texture solutions. The most popular options are: anti-stress soccer ball, globe shape, drop, heart, virus design, Christmas tree, ball, star, etc. Size varies from 3 to 10 cm in diameter.
You can order an individual design with a print in certain online stores. The drawing is applied at the request of the buyer.
Additional benefits
A malleable ball strengthens the muscles of the hand, develops writing skills in children, relieves stress after lengthy writing tasks, as well as during prolonged use of the keyboard, which is indispensable in tunnel syndrome.
It helps to quickly catch objects with your hands and hold them tight, which is important for the development of muscle accuracy in children. You will be surprised how the anti-stress ball improves concentration and raises it to a whole new level.
The toy will become an indispensable gift for the holidays, for example, in the shape of a heart - for Valentine's Day, Christmas trees or stars - for the New Year, a ball glowing in the dark with an original smile - for Halloween. Such a present would be appropriate for the development of fine motor skills and attention in a child. They can decorate the interior or use for trainings and outdoor games in the team. Bright colors and textures also cheer up.
Precautionary measures
Inside the ball is liquid latex or silicone, which create such a wonderful effect when squeezed. You should be careful with sharp objects and pressing the nails, as they can cut the ball and lead to pouring (spilling) of filler. Do not give the ball to small children or pets.
How to make an anti-stress ball at home
A soothing toy can be easily made by yourself. This will require ordinary round balloons, a filler (store filler, flour, starch, small cereals, soda, sand, beans, lentils, peas) about one glass. You can mix several types of fillers to experiment with density.
Preparation: take 2 balloons, cut off the neck of one, starting from the round part. One ball should remain with the neck. You will also need a watering can, spoon, filler, thread, color or black marker.
Instruction:
1. Take a ball with a neck and slightly inflate it to straighten.
2. Put the ball on the neck of the watering can and carefully pour a glass of filler inside. Even out.
3. Tie the ball tightly and decorate the knot with a bow, a beautiful clip or a bubo of thread.
4. Slip a second cropped ball over this bead to make it more resistant to damage. You can experiment with the colors of the top layer.
5. Use a marker to draw a funny face - and the anti-stress ball is ready.