Busy Cafe

You're in a busy café and it's quite overwhelming?

That's totally normal for sensitive people!

Some things you can do:

① Go to the bathroom or outside, and ground yourself

② Change your seat

③ Headphones: create your personal sound bubble

④ Look at a visual anchor (cup, wall art, any surface, …)

⑤ It's always OK to leave ✌🏼

• Change your seat
  Spot a table away from the busy areas, counter or kitchen. Look for a window or a serene outside view.
   

• Create your personal sound bubble
  Put on your headphones. Play a track or soundscape that makes you feel good. Some people find it useful to prepare peaceful playlists for scenarios like this.
   

• Comfort yourself
  Slip a soft item or a small, familiar object in your pocket. A gentle squeeze or touch can be surprisingly calming.
   

• Visual anchors
  Look at any object or surface, and study their texture. Read a book, find a newspaper or magazine, or use your phone to read something that makes you feel better. Zooming out of the cafe into your personal space can help you to calm down and find joy again.