A Sensory-Based Approach to Healing, Grounded in Research
At Calm As You Are™, we create more than art—we craft calming experiences that engage the senses and speak directly to your nervous system. Our approach is rooted in scientific research and inspired by the body’s natural ability to restore balance through sensory connection.
This is not just about how things look or feel. It’s about how they help you come home to yourself.
Sight - Visual Healing Through Color and Nature
What we see has a powerful influence on how we feel.
Research in neuroaesthetics shows that visual elements like soft natural hues, water reflections, and organic forms can lower cortisol levels and activate the parasympathetic nervous system—supporting relaxation, emotional regulation, and mental clarity.
At Calm As You Are™, we use calming color palettes such as Restful Teal and Soul Violet, as well as nature-based imagery, to invite your eyes into a state of ease. These choices are intentionally soothing to the brain and body.
Backed by research:
Ulrich, R. S. (1984). Science, 224(4647), 420–421.
Küller, R. et al. (2006). Lighting Research & Technology, 38(3), 251–266.
Touch - Grounding Through Sensation
Touch is a primal pathway to safety.
When the body experiences gentle pressure, soft textures, or familiar tactile cues, it sends signals to the brain that it’s safe to relax. This kind of sensory input—often used in trauma-informed practices—can calm anxiety, promote sleep, and support emotional healing.
Our products are designed to be held, hugged, and touched. From soft journal covers to the feel of smooth paper or cozy textiles, we consider how every surface interacts with your hands and your nervous system.
Backed by research:
Chen, H. et al. (2013). Occupational Therapy International, 20(4), 183–192.
McGlone, F. et al. (2014). Neuron, 82(4), 737–755.
More Sensory Healing - Coming Soon
We’re currently exploring additional ways to support your calm through scent and sound. These senses hold deep healing potential, and our future offerings will continue to reflect the science of restoration through the full sensory spectrum.
Calm As You Are™ is your invitation to reconnect
Reconnect not through effort, but through sensation. Feel what calm can be. Come home to yourself.