“The fidget spinner trend might be out of the spotlight, but that doesn’t mean that people still aren’t in need of a way to help settle their minds.” – Bustle
Spinning rings are functional stylish jewelry pieces that can help calm and relax the mind. Designed to help calm the nerves, stresses, and anxieties, spinner rings can offer a welcomed and fashionable distraction for people of all ages.
The “fidget spinner” fad of 2017 helped many people who needed a gentle and fun distraction from the anxiety, boredom, or excess energy they had inside their bodies. This fad has died down, although there is still a need for “fidget” outlets. Anxieties and worries have certainly increased over the last couple of years (especially during the pandemic) and people are using all kinds of methods to help them cope. The “fidget” or “spinner” ring is now available as a discreet, quiet, affordable option.
“Spinning the ring to the right is believed to have a calming effect on the mind and body.” – Joyful
My research on the subject (as per Dr. Google) has led me to understand that the very first “spinning” rings (that is, rings that have movable parts that are incredibly and oddly satisfying to manipulate) go back to the Tibetan Buddhists. Hundreds of years ago, Buddhists used “Meditation Rings” which helped them focus on their religious practice. The “fidget ring” concept has since expanded into many practical uses. It is a type of functional jewelry. The rotating ring has now replaced the fidget spinner as it is wearable.
The spinner ring comes in many sizes. I have found them in sizes 3-13. The stainless-steel version is the most affordable and durable, as it does not tarnish and is scratch-resistant.
“Spinner rings are designed to be fiddled with.” – Joyful
The spinner ring can be used for many different reasons. It can also be worn just because it looks good! They look good on everybody. I have found these rings to be accented with many different colours and base colours. The most popular ones are in silver-tone, black, gold-tone, rose-gold tone, rainbow, and they can come with accents of red, blue, yellow, and two-tone. You can find interesting tiny designs on them if you want it more personalized such as daisies, hearts, moons, stars, abstract designs and even things like cats and crosses! Interlocking and beaded designs offer more style and interest. New designs are coming out all the time. Different widths are also available, such as 6 mm, 8 mm and even bigger!
“Of course, the spinner ring itself is unlikely to have any mystical anxiety-reduction power. But by associating it with a relaxing event, thought, or action it can actually make you more relaxed by spinning the ring.” – Joyful
Other names for these special spinning rings include:
- Meditation Ring
- Worry Ring
- Anxiety Ring
- Fidget Ring
- Fidget Spinner Ring
- Spinner Ring
- Spinning Ring
- Rotating Ring
- Revolving Ring
There may be more names but these are the main ones.
Some jewelers sell them for hundreds of dollars. Gold, tungsten, 925 sterling silver, titanium steel, and other alloys are also available. If you are not sure if a spinner ring is for you, you can start with an affordable version and graduate into something more extravagant if need-be.
“The fidget-needed items are much more than just a trend. According to Healthline, fidget devices help people with ADHD and some doctors see a benefit in people using them to calm their nerves.” – Bustle
If you are interested in seeing what is available, Gentle Angel Treasures has the largest selection of stainless-steel rings available for pick up in Winnipeg. Follow on social media: @gatreasures on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok and contact us for more information. Listings can also be found on Marketplace and Kijiji under my name, Angela G. Gentile.
“Spinner Rings…A little bit of meditation/good karma with a pretty edge.” – Hey Luna
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Sources:
https://www.joyfulsentiments.com/blog/history-and-uses-of-the-spinner-ring/
Angela G. Gentile, MSW, RSW 