When is International Asmr Day?
Sunday April 9thEvery year on April 9th, International ASMR Day raises the alarm of a perceptive phenomenon called Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response... It's also a day to concentrate on the numerous sounds and pictures that lead to this tingling sensation in humans.
Have you ever had a tingling sensation that starts in your head, moves down your spine, and extends to the rest of your body? If so, you have had an Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR). This sensation isn't limited or frightening. Instead, many people who have had an ASMR find it to be a helpful and relaxing feeling.
According to psychologists, this sensation is most commonly experienced in socially intimate settings. Repetitive activities or sounds are often responsible for the pleasurable sensation. Examples of these triggers include watching someone brush their hair or listening to whispers. ASMR episodes first appeared in 2010 online communities first started reporting ASMR episodes. It's not known how many ASMR users are aware of ASMR.. According to one survey, anywhere from 20 to 70% of the population experiences ASMR. Those that don't have ever felt this sensation have a difficult time believing it's real.
The sensation of ASMR has been relieving for people who have experienced episodes. As a result of this, several companies have produced ASMR videos targeted at this particular audience. These videos include people slowly folding towels and sorting baseball cards. In other videos, the host simulates the act of giving the viewer a haircut or beauty treatment. Many who experience ASMR also embrace certain artists, such as Billie Eilish, who often sings in a soft, whispery voice. According to ASMR's Promoters, videos that feature these elements can help people depress and sleep better.
