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‘I ‘sensehacked’ by disconnecting and doodling – I’m more energised than ever’

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Need a quick health boost? Try hacking into your senses – sight, sound, smell, taste and touch. Learning how to zone in to them and find a good balance so we’re not underusing any (typically we underuse taste, touch and smell), is the new wellbeing trend that’s fast – and free.

And advocates claim “sensehacking” can make you feel happier, more alert, relaxed, motivated, help you sleep better and even stop you overeating.

Professor Charles Spence, an expert in multisensory perception and author of the book Sensehacking: How To Use The Power Of Your Senses For Happier, Healthier Living, explains how it works: “In this digital age, you might find you’re using too much ‘sight and sound’.This means there’s an under-stimulation of We’ve slowed down and feel more aware the more ‘emotional’ senses – touch, taste and smell – and that can affect our health. “More than just mindfulness, it’s about finding a better balance and consciously making some of our senses work harder by making simple changes.” He adds, “It’s fascinating to see how senses like touch and sound are working, often without our realising.

For example, it’s scientifically proven that using a tablecloth makes food taste better and that shoppers spend up to 50% more when slow music is played.” Jasmine Eskenzi, co-founder of the app Zensory, is also passionate about sensehacking. “Why do we often get our best ideas when we’re in the shower or on a walk?

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