Fidget Spinners?

[Kittywhiskers]

I understand why they exist, but not why they're suddenly a fad among people who don't need them. Especially since I didn't see them around before, even in contexts where they'd actually be relevant. I have a tendency to fiddle with whatever's near me, and when I realized that the only way to get that under control would be to get items specifically for that purpose, I looked at a few blogs specifically about fidget toys so I'd know what's available. I saw pretty much no spinners there. And now they're suddenly everywhere? It's weird.

I have one lying around somewhere but I'll probably never use it. I prefer Tangles and Fash'ems (which are pretty much silent).

[tulagirl]

I read on the internet that Germany is tossing these in the trash and, I guess they are not going to allow them in that country?  I am not sure if it is true or not but, I knew it was a matter of time before they got pulled from shelves somewhere due to the amount of kids that are already swallowing the magnets. Not good.  Someone in Germany that can verify what I read?

[Dreamer]

I was considering purchasing a fidget cube in order to keep myself distracted and not bite my nails, which is what i do when i'm stressed/bored. Do you think it is a good idea?

[lostpony]

Only if you don't plan to swallow the magnets, Dreamer!

I haven't mentioned but I have a habit of pulling out my eyebrow hair especially when I'm anxious.  My mom had the same habit especially when she was studying.

These are cheap (less than $10 us should be) so, no reason not to give it a try and see if it works for you.

[Chrissytree]

I keep my cube in my pocket and have a habit of putting my hand in my pocket anyway so I've just been fiddling with it when I'm walking around. I find it relaxing but I've not been in any stressful situations yet.

[poniesthatsparkle]

As someone who stresses out a lot and can never concentrate in class, I first thought these were interesting. But then everyone in school had them, which became annoying, and after trying one out myself, I wasn't amused and it didn't seem to help me in any way. Maybe it's different for everyone and it does work for some people, but they aren't my thing.