Calm Down Jar
Create a soothing Calm Down Jar to help ground your thoughts and promote mindfulness through a gentle sensory experience.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 piece a clear glass jar with a lid Mason jars work beautifully.
- 2/3 jar Water Filtered for clarity is nice.
- various grams Glitter or colored sand Easy to find in craft stores.
- a few drops Liquid glue or clear school glue This helps to slow the glitter.
- optional drops Food coloring or liquid watercolors For extra vibrancy.
- various Small figurines or beads For a personal touch, if you desire.
- 1 piece A spoon for stirring Feel the smoothness in your grasp.
- 1 piece A small funnel or measuring cup To keep things tidy.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by cleaning your jar thoroughly.
- Pour water into the jar, filling it about two-thirds full.
- Add a few drops of glue to help the glitter settle gently.
- Sprinkle in your glitter or colored sand.
- If using food coloring, add a drop or two for that extra splash of color.
- Stir the mixture slowly with your spoon.
- If you wish, drop in your small figurines or beads.
- Secure the lid onto the jar tightly.
- Give it a good shake and watch as the colors blend and glitter dances.
Notes
You can refill the jar with fresh water and glitter as needed. It's a soothing aid that can evolve with you.