ASMR

ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) is something I have been personally aware of for quite some time, but not in the way it is now labelled as ASMR. ASMR has been described by some as Musical Frisson (the sudden strong feeling of excitement or fear; a thrill) - the chills you get while listening to music. It has become a phenomenon around the world, and is extremely popular, especially in the short version of YouTube videos (e.g., Tik Tok). ASMR was first coined by Jennifer Allen in a Facebook post in 2010, after participating in online health forums about this sensory experience. She created the term to describe the tingling, relaxing feeling experienced by some people (it is estimated somewhere between 10-20% of people experience ASMR) when they encounter certain triggers, such as crumpling paper, turning pages, rain, whispering, typing, tapping. Experts in ASMR suggest that there are 4 main triggers in ASMR - whispering, personal attention, crisp sounds and slow movements. Other non-visual triggers include getting a manicure or a haircut. The first ASMR video debuted in 2008 showing a woman whispering. It is estimated there have been 13 million ASMR videos that have been uploaded to YouTube. I have tentatively moved into this space and have produced my first 5 ASMR videos. I plan to add more ASMR videos to my mix of video content, moving forward. I hope you get something out of them...hopefully, feel more relaxed!