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Sensory Deprivation Tank

A sensory deprivation tank routine involves engaging in activities that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation. This can include focusing on the sensation of your breath. Incorporating these activities throughout the day can help to manage stress and improve overall well-being.

Intent. Sensory deprivation tank

The 5 habits

What you'll do, day by day.

  1. Habit 01 · 10 min

    Find a sensory deprivation tank near you

    These tanks are typically filled with a solution of Epsom salt and water and are designed to eliminate external stimuli.

  2. Habit 02 · 10 min

    Book a session at the tank

    Most tanks will have staff on hand to assist you and answer any questions you might have.

  3. Habit 03 · 10 min

    Follow the instructions provided by the staff

    This could include showering before entering the tank, wearing earplugs, and closing the lid of the tank.

  4. Habit 04 · 10 min

    Allow yourself to fully relax and float

    The sensation of floating can be very calming and can help reduce stress and tension.

  5. Habit 05 · 20 min

    End the session when you're ready

    Follow the instructions provided by the staff for exiting the tank and showering.

Make it your own.

Open this routine in Dayful and tweak it: change the order of habits, adjust the timing, swap any habit out, or build it into a weekday-only schedule. The app remembers your changes — your version of Sensory Deprivation Tank stays yours.

  • Anchor each habit to something you already do.
  • If you skip a day, just resume — streaks here are forgiving.
  • Halve a habit before you drop it. Tiny still counts.

Try Sensory Deprivation Tank in the app.

Free to download. Pick this routine and your reminders are set up in under a minute.

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