Things you can do when small that ( mostly ) do not require a cg!
For those who may not have a cg, may not want a cg, or have trouble without one/when theirs is away
Whilst many find it easier to regress whilst in the company of a carer, it is 100% not needed if it is not wanted or not available. For those who may struggle to find ways to keep themselves entertained and engaged in positive and productive, safe ways; here’s a list I’ve created!
This could be playing with toys such as blocks, rings, trucks, dolls, or simply stuffed animals! Using your imagination ( or rather, learning to undo the rule that you cannot ) is an amazing way to pass time and also allow your little self to have fun and help their brain relax in productive and educational ways.
Though, this isn’t a reality for everyone. For those who cannot focus and therefore cannot imagine, or those who have trouble imagining or doing imaginative play, toys such as: blocks, rings, small puzzles, shapes, and matching cards can be useful! Engaging your brain in educational and experimental ways rather than imaginative is just as valid and useful to entertaining your smaller self.
Take yourself out on a small date! Who says you can’t?
A lot of us who regress love to imagine a day with a carer at the zoo, aquarium, pet store, toy store, or even the park. Whilst this is a super fun and interactive way to spend the day, who says you have to with a carer? If you’re able to, feel safe enough or are old enough: it can be an amazing way to spend time with yourself !Taking yourself out for treats whether alone or with friends is just as important and beneficial as it would be with a carer. Invent your love for different things, find comfort in exploring the world around you without the fear of judgement from someone else.
It can be just as important for our smaller selves to learn independence ( if possible ) as it would be for any child. Learning to cope with being alone is so important, and one of the first steps is to positively reinforce alone time.
Find friends who regress or are tiny too!
Sometimes it can be just as comforting to spend time with another small as it is to with a carer. Playing with each-other, creating a safe space to relate and connect on a level not many may be able to understand can be so very vital to your little self. Having that sense of unity can make being small feel less isolating, which can be important for those who struggle with loneliness. Play dates, calls, secret plans and mischievous adventures are also sometimes the highlight of the day! Why not get a little best friend? Your small self needs some “ bestie time “ too!
Watch cartoons, colour, play age-appropriate video games and snuggle with stuffed animals
Ahhh the usual. These are pretty universal things that anyone can do when regressed! Many of them are also very ‘hide-able’ for those who may not have very accepting housemates and family members around them. Relishing in childhood classic movies and cartoon series, colouring messily with crayons, playing that childhood favourite video game and snuggling are all things that ( at least personally ) fill my little self with great joy and happiness. Why not have a chill day at home? What sounds better than that?
This one sounds a little silly, but if you are able to I believe it’s a fantastic way to get out energy whilst also having fun. Even just swaying when sitting down helps! Self-stimulating and a form of relaxing relief brings our smaller a sense of fun and joy. Get those headphones, turn on a childhood favourite jam and absolutely go dance-crazy! You can even turn on special lights, jump around or make a whole routine! Rolling around in bed, using the objects around you as a microphone, pretending to be royalty or even a pop star is a great use of imagination and energy in unique ways. If big you can have dance parties, so can little you!
