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So many sounds get under my skin and even anger me. Ive left the dinner table after being revolted by hearing others chewing and swallowing. When someone whispers something to me at the movies, its so ...

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Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) occurs when certain stimuli, including sounds, visuals, or close contact with another person, produce tingling or calm feelings and sensations. Share on ...

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 ...

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