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This ultra-minimalist watch teaches you the importance of time by not telling the time

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Some objects are defined by the function they provide. A phone wouldn’t be a phone if you can’t communicate using it, and a watch or a clock makes no sense if it doesn’t tell the time. While these products provide important functionality, but they can also be detrimental to one’s mental health when they become sources of distraction and stress. It might sound odd how a watch can actually be harmful, but our obsession with time and busyness ironically makes us less appreciative of this critical finite resource. This simple yet attractive timepiece tries to rewire your brain by making you feel time rather than see it, teaching you to be mindful of the present moment rather than fretting over every second or minute that passes by.

Designer: Mads Hindhede Svanegaard

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People today are obsessed with time, running from one schedule to the next, yet ironically seem to lose time anyway. More often than not, the problem isn’t just about time management but actually being aware and mindful of your time, particularly the present time. As if regular watches weren’t enough to make you always conscious of the time, smartwatches bring even more ways to distract you or feed into your time obsession. The STUND timepiece is a counter-movement to this time-focused productivity trend, reminding us that it isn’t about being on time but about being in time, and it does that by removing everything that tells you the current time.

Sends out a smooth vibrating pulse.

It makes you feel the constant flow of time and aware of the present moment.

Select 1 of 4 time cycles you want to experience.

Calling the STUND a watch might be a bit of a misnomer in that sense, but it still keeps track of time in a completely different way. At fixed intervals of 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes, depending on your preference, STUND will send gentle pulses to your wrist, calling your attention back to the present. When repeated enough times, you start to develop your “mindfulness muscles” so that you become more aware of where you’ve been spending the last minutes or hours, whether it’s mindlessly scrolling on your phone or actually getting important things done.

You might think it odd to wear a timepiece that doesn’t tell the time, but the STUND is fortunately something you’d be proud to put on your wrist. Machined from a single block of high-grade 316 stainless steel, the timepiece is designed to not only last the test of time (no pun intended) but to also lead and amplify the vibrations from the chassis to your wrist, creating a comfortable nudge when it comes time to immerse yourself in the present moment again. The leather straps, be they genuine or vegan, perfectly complement the hand-polished mirror finish of the “watch,” making the STUND a stunning example of Danish craftsmanship.

Whether you’re drowning from the busyness of life or feel like you’re always losing track of time, you’ll need a better strategy to not only survive but also reclaim your life. You don’t really need volumes of self-help books or expensive subscriptions to meditation services when all you need is to remember to stand in the present, fully mindful and aware of this one particular point in time. The STUND timepiece brings a simple yet effective tool to develop that mindfulness muscle, while also putting an elegant and stylish accessory on your wrist so you won’t miss your stress-inducing watch at all.

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How this unique 3D-printed stress ball helps bring relief and fun to your mind and body

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Some of the best discoveries in human history were made by accident. Penicillin is probably the most popular example, but the X-ray, microwave ovens, and even cornflakes were all created through serendipity. Of course, accidentally discovering or creating something is one thing, but turning it into a successful and useful design requires more intentional planning and execution. Such is the fortunate series of events that started from testing 3D-printed structures and ended up creating an innovative and distinctive sphere that can do more than your average stress ball, bringing not only relief from mental and physical stress but also some fun and enjoyment, for you, your kids, and maybe even your pets.

Designers: Li Qian, Mason Wuyue Liu, Josie Shi, Suzy Zhang & Mengping Ye

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3D printing has come a long way in enabling the creation of complex structures using more sophisticated materials, but there’s still a lot of room for new techniques. It was during this process of developing a lattice-based structure for a different product that a completely different creation rolled into being, almost literally. The result is the Lettuce Ball, an aptly-named lattice ball whose very structure promises the perfect amount of resistance to be used as a stress ball, a therapy ball, or even a toy.

The secret to this ball isn’t just the lattice structure but also the way it is made. For one, it uses advanced Digital Light Synthesis 3D printing technology that utilizes high-intensity light to cure specific areas of the liquid resin, yielding very precise structures as small as 1/20th of a millimeter. The ball is also printed layer by layer, just like a lettuce ball, in order to offer varying degrees of firmness that would be impossible with regular foam or air-filled stress balls.

The result is a unique-looking stress ball that offers a unique experience from all angles. In addition to just having the right amount of squishiness, the Lettuce Ball is so resilient and durable that it won’t break even from your furry pet’s powerful jaws or claws. It’s also very stretchy but will easily return to its normal, spherical form. Best of all, it’s guaranteed safe from harmful substances and can easily be washed and dried to remain hygienic, taking one more worry off your mind. Plus, the ball’s distinctive lattice structure is a sight for sore eyes, making it a great gift item or a decorative piece on your desk.

So break free from pointless and ineffective stress balls and embrace the results of advanced 3D printing and outside-the-box creative thinking with this unique lattice sphere. Whether you’re trying to remain calm in the middle of heavy traffic, calming your nerves while giving a presentation, putting pressure on sore spots on your body, or giving your furry friend a safe and durable toy, the Lettuce Ball will deliver relief and fun to soothe your whole being, and in an attractive little package, too!

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This Innovative wearable neckband helps you reduce stress and improve sleep using biohacking

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Although we are surrounded by technologies that make our lives more convenient, our days are often also lived with stress and exhaustion. It’s as if our problems grow and multiply in proportion to the tools and techniques that we develop to deal with them. Fortunately, we do have science, technology, medicine, and design at our disposal to create new ways to help our bodies and, more importantly, our minds cope with the torrent of stimuli that stress us to no end. And these methods and tools don’t have to be complicated either, like this simple yet powerful wearable device Pulsetto that can help relieve your stress and brighten up your day in just under four minutes.

Designer: Lukas Avenas

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Even before “biohacking” became a buzzword, our ancestors already knew that some parts of the body could be stimulated to have some positive effect on the whole body or even the brain. Recent studies have pinpointed the Vagus nerve of our body’s parasympathetic nervous system as one of those critical parts that can be used to change our state of mind in a very short time. Vagus Nerve Simulation, or VNS, is a technique that puts that theory into practice, and the Pulsetto is a lightweight and easy-to-use wearable device that lets you harness that knowledge to improve your well-being.

Very few of us will have the knowledge, much less the confidence, to stimulate our Vagus nerve effectively, but Pulsetto makes it as simple as wearing a neckband and pressing a button. This FCC-certified device creates a safe electrical signal to stimulate the Vagus nerve, which, in turn, activates the parasympathetic nervous system to slow down your heart rate and regulate other bodily functions. The end result is that you feel less stressed, focus better, sleep more soundly, and feel good overall.

It’s almost difficult to believe that such benefits would come from a wearable device so simple and light. As they say, however, looks can be deceiving, and Pulsetto’s durable plastic body is both strong and flexible, letting you use it with confidence anywhere and everywhere. It has an adjustable band not unlike those on headphones, ensuring that it can be used by anyone regardless of neck size.

As with any smart device these days, Pulsetto comes with a mobile app that offers a more holistic program to guide your body and your mind to a state of calm. It has different modes to target specific problems, such as anxiety, stress, pain, burnout, and sleep. The app also holds a collection of proprietary soundscapes that utilize frequency harmonics, auditors’ stimuli, and frequency following responses to work in tandem with the Pulsetto band for an even more effective relaxation process.

Simple yet effective, lightweight yet durable, Pulsetto puts the power of science and medicine at your fingertips to help create a better day by setting the mood right. For just four minutes and only $211 with this Spring Special offer, you can get this innovative neckband that biohacks your Vagus nerve to reduce stress, sleep better, and live a healthier life.

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These fidget-friendly strips stick to your gadgets for discreetly relieving stress

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Each of us has a different way of reacting during stress and anxiety or when under pressure or in a conversation. While most people are overly composed, some of us tend to fidget around – biting on a pen cap, shaking the legs, moving around in the chair, or doing what not! Though it is customary to fidget, your constant movement can be distracting and annoying to people everywhere. Enter Fidget Strips; designed primarily to provide the fidgeting hands a light rubbing, scratching the surface; these strips are essentially unnoticeable to others.

There are many types of sensory toys, fidget spinners on the market that have been helpful to people – children and adults – in coping with their fidgeting habit. However, suppose you typically fidget with your fingers. In that case, these colorful and different textured Fidget Strips will provide you satisfying feeling without distracting those around you in a board meeting, office cubicle, classroom, or even when traveling back home.

Unlike the other sensory toys that are noticeable and make noise, Fidget Strips offer a quiet way for you to satiate your urge to fidget. Made from durable material and employing strong adhesive on the back, the strips can stick fittingly to a smooth surface. Once stuck in place, you can gently touch, rub, or scratch them with your fingertips whenever you feel fidgety.

The Fidget Strips can stick to smartphones, laptops, tablets, notebooks, tables, armchairs, or any other smooth surface for your convenience. These are offered in two textures – satin and rough – to meet different requirement sets. The rough textured strips have a rubbery feel that one can scratch or rub on, whereas the satin finish is more like a snuggly blanket you can touch and feel for relaxation.

Measuring an inch wide and about 4-inches in length, these non-intrusive strips allow you to manage and control fidgeting without leaving a mark on the surface it is adhered to. Interestingly, the strips are reusable, so you can easily remove one from the laptop and stick it to the phone’s back if needed. The Fidget Strips are offered in black, blue-green, and yellow-red colors and patterns for visual stimulation in addition to their tactile simulation.

The easy-to-maintain strips can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, and they come in a pack of five, priced at $9.99. So when you need to focus under stress, come up on top in anxiety, just touch or scratch over the Fidget Strips and instantly restore the feeling of calm without worrying about being judged while fidgeting. No one’s going to notice that constant movement anymore!

Designer: Fidget Strips

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Anti-Stress Push Pop Pads: Like Bubble Wrap, Without the Pop

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Stressed out? I think we all are these days. You need an outlet for that stress, or it will eat you up like the shark in Jaws. Enter these anti-stress Push Pop Pads, a stress-reliever and fidget toy for people like me who recognize they’re entirely too uncoordinated to operate a fidget spinner.

Available as $16 two-packs in a variety of shapes and colors, the silicone pads are lined with bubble wrap like dots that can be pushed, making an “audibly satisfying click” as they are, melting your stress away like a scoop of ice cream on a sidewalk in August (alternatively, there are these electronic bubble wrap poppers).

Did you know that according to a very questionable survey paid for by the makers of Bubble Wrap® that popping their product for 60 seconds can provide the stress relief equivalent of a 33-minute massage? Because I call shenanigans on that, especially considering I just popped bubble wrap for five whole minutes and still have a back full of knots and have to do my taxes.

[via BoingBoing]

Headspace is offering free mindfulness courses to unemployed Americans

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There’s no question that losing your job is incredibly stressful, and since the COVID-19 pandemic began, millions of people in the US have been laid off or furloughed. In an attempt to ease some of the stress that causes, the mindfulness app Headspac...

Super Mario Stress Balls: It’s a Squeeze, Mario!

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Between the coronavirus outbreak and the impact it’s having on lives and livelihoods, there’s a lot of stress in our world these days. While they’re not going to solve any big problems, stress balls can help you work out some of your tension. And if you’re a gamer, you’ll want to grab some of these squeezy Super Mario stress balls.

Actually, the only one that’s really a ball is the Boo ghost, though the Koopa shell is round enough to sorta pass as a ball too. But the Super Mushroom isn’t a ball, nor is the Question Mark block, which is definitively a cube. Regardless of their shapes, these things look like a fun way to work out some stress and anxiety.

They’re available for $5.99 each over at Via Fever, with each design sold separately. Buy some today, and squeeze your way through the Mushroom Kingdom!

Neuvana’s stress-reducing earbuds are available to pre-order for $399

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Neuvana's calming earbuds are nearly here after a long, long development process, although you may be in for a few surprises. The company has started taking pre-orders for its nerve-stimulating Xen buds at a $399 price ahead of their winter release....