Is this a sensory issue

River

So in general I am sensory heavy however I’ve noticed some things that feel a bit strange

So instead of a bed sheet I have to sleep on a blanket instead of a bed sheet, sometimes I can only sleep with a blanket if I’m really feeling sensory heavy like at the moment I can’t sleep with a duvet because it makes me shiver the texture and I get upset over it. I’ve also noticed u have to sleep with a blanket on me like a scarf but then I will have my head on the end of it to sleep.

Sorry if that’s weird

Azziman

Hey @River, thank you for sharing this with us. It's good to be aware of these kinds of things, which can often be brushed under the carpet. What's important is that you're comfortable and find a way to get good-quality sleep. It's not uncommon for people to have particular preferences about the fabric or weight of blankets/duvets, and it's natural for these preferences to change each night based on mood, temperature etc. How do you feel about your sensory preferences? We're here to listen to you!

River

@Azziman i find it really silly but maybe it’s because I beat myself up over a lot of things, it’s like whenever I go anywhere I have to sit on my special blanket 🥲 sorry I’m such a weirdo

Sian321

@River , it sounds like you have been working hard to understand and recognise your own sensory preferences and needs, which feels really positive, and such a self-caring thing to offer yourself too!

At the same time, I hear you saying that these sensory preferences can make you feel like a 'weirdo' sometimes, and that sounds so hard too - almost feeling a bit ashamed or embarrassed for the things your body needs to feel comfy?

River

@Sian321 yeah