Why people are paying $130 for a 'head orgasm' at this new ASMR spa

I'm getting a brain massage — and it's sublime. I'm lying on a heated massage bed, cocooned in a soft, weighted blanket, as ...
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Small Sounds, Big Money: The Commercialization of ASMR

It was time to prepare my body for a peaceful, relaxing sleep. So said the voice, in a lilting British accent that barely registered above a whisper. “Notice how soft your pillow feels against your ...
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Whispered Triggers & Tingles with Nail Tapping ASMR

This research delves into the sensory impact of whispered triggers and nail tapping in ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) videos. Through a detailed exploration of auditory stimuli, the study ...
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What Are ASMR Triggers?

Common ASMR triggers include whispering, hair play, and ear brushing. Not all people experience a positive response or any response to these triggers, though. ASMR, or autonomous sensory meridian ...