"How the Weighted Collar improves my Focus and Efficiency"

Losing Efficiency Due to Stress? Discover My Solution!

It happens to me too. Numerous tasks, time pressure, and constantly running from one place to another. Then, you notice that you've lost focus and your efficiency dips.
In such times, the best thing to do is slow down and take a break.
That's what I've been doing with my weighted collar from SAM.

Sensory-Friendly Clothing and Tools

I've known SAM for a while as a producer of sensory-friendly clothing for children. Recently, they've expanded their range to include beautiful calming tools, including the weighted collar.

Deep Pressure Stimulation: The Science Behind the Weighted Collar

This collar is designed to offer a calming and soothing effect through deep pressure stimulation (DPS).
Having slept under a weighted blanket for a long time and enjoyed its benefits, my curiosity was piqued about the effects of the collar.

My First Experience with the Weighted Collar: Love at First Feel

At an event for parents and caretakers of highly sensitive children (an event by Bieke Geenen, which I'll blog about later), SAM showcased their products. As soon as the collar was on my shoulders, I was sold. And so was the collar ;-)

When and Why I Use the Weighted Collar

I am also highly sensitive.
In my job as a child coach, I deal with the problems and questions of others, including highly sensitive children and their parents. I also run a yoga studio. And I'm a wife, mother, grandmother...
Self-care is necessary to not be overwhelmed by the emotions of others, to monitor the level of stimulation, and to manage stress effectively.
My collar is always nearby as an 'instant' aid, a first response to overstimulation, so to speak.
After a tough conversation, a full day, or a stressful moment, I take a break with a cup of coffee and the collar on my shoulders.
Yes, even during a long car ride, it helps me stay calm.

The Benefits of the Weighted Collar: Security and Stress Reduction

The weight of the collar promotes a sense of security and comfort. The deep pressure helps to calm the nervous system and evoke a feeling of safety.

It lowers stress hormones like cortisol.
Reducing overstimulation thus increases your attention and focus.

The weight helps to reduce muscle tension in your neck and shoulders.
That's why it's easy to wear while studying, doing office work, or traveling by train, car, or plane.

Learn More About the Weighted Collar

Want to know more about this collar, my calming tool?
Discover it HERE.

Curious About Els Diependaele of Via Promessa

Els Diependaele is the founder and inspirer of Via Promessa since 2010. She is an HSP professional, child and adolescent coach, and yoga teacher.

With Via Promessa, she provides a wide range of child coaching, including coaching for highly sensitive children, and yoga for children and adults.

Find more info about Via Promessa HERE.