A few years ago, seemingly from the depths of the internet, a buzzword emerged: ASMR. It stands for "autonomous sensory meridian response," an acronym coined by Jennifer Allen in 2010 to describe the ...

ASMR has evolved from a niche online trend into a widely used tool for relaxation. It shows promise in improving mood, reducing stress and encouraging calm through simple sensory triggers.

The subreddit r/oddlysatisfying has always had a wholesome mission: it collects small moments of magic in the world – "those little things that are inexplicably satisfying". It began in 2013, when ...

Enjoy this satisfying video of a large glass orb being sliced open! This visual asmr is sure to give you a sense of peace.

Enjoy this satisfying video of glass foods being sliced open! This visual asmr is sure to give you a sense of peace. Watch as ...

In a world where doom scrolling has become a hobby of sorts, watching soothing Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) videos on YouTube for hours on end is becoming an addiction that everyone ...

Go to sleep in a much more relaxed state. Have you ever watched a video that sent a chill up your spine, made your head tingle, or helped put you to sleep? If so, have you ever wondered why? What ...

This hungry bunny is delightful!

These videos often fall under the umbrella of 'oddly satisfying' videos, along with, for example, people making and playing with slime. A popular Reddit thread on the topic has been trending on and ...

If you've only just recently heard of ASMR thanks to the viral memes and trending topics associated with the online community, you may be surprised to learn that the first ASMR YouTube videos popped ...

Maybe it is the rustle of canvas unfurling, or the sharp snipping of the stylist’s shears as they tidy up your bangs. Whatever it is, it resonates down your scalp and spine like a tuning fork. Certain ...

Why sound artists such as Claire Tolan and Holly Herndon are experimenting with the soothing sounds of autonomous sensory meridian response “Real friends let their friends play with their faces, right ...