# Cerebral Sticky Toys The Brain Stress Ball Provides a Way to Destress in the Office By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-06-02 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-stress-ball References: [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/cubegoodies/e7a4/) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tQvVEvIbA0&feature=player_embedded) The Brain Stress Ball is a quirky accoutrement for your desk that's a handy [stress reliever](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nervy) and a conversation starter. The ball is made to be tossed at and stick to a flat surface. The ball then slowly falls downwards as the [sticky material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stickyflow) wears off. Its [compact size](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slidergamemackey) means that it will not be competing for space with your family photos and favorite mug from your trip to Cabo San Lucas. The product demonstration for the Brain Stress Ball in the video is a hilarious scenario between an employee and his boss. When the boss asks for some spreadsheets, the employee proceeds to faux-sneeze out the Brain Stress Ball onto his desktop computer, a scene which is sure to induce a few laughs from the viewing audience. This novelty purchase will certainly add some personality to your workspace. Reward all your hard work with a little frivolity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Novelty Desk Toys:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create unique and entertaining stress relievers for the office. - **Interactive Office Products:** Opportunity for technology companies to create office products that improve workplace interactions and collaboration. - **Ergonomic Office Equipment:** Opportunity for furniture designers to create workspaces and products that promote comfort and health in the workplace. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to expand their product lines to include entertaining and stress-relieving desk toys. - **Technology:** Opportunity for technology companies to create interactive products and software for the workplace. - **Office Furniture:** Opportunity for furniture designers to create ergonomic and comfortable office equipment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Soft Silicone Stress Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silicone-stress-ball.md) - [Therapeutic Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speks-magnet-balls.md) - [Food-Shaped Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stress-pickle.md) - [Stress-Alleviating Desktop Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anger-management-toy.md) - [Malleable Stress Relief Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vent-wireless-mouse.md) - [3D-Printed Stress Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lettuce-ball.md) - [Stress-Reducing Breathing Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breathing-ball.md) - [Volcanic Rock Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenlet-lava-ball.md) - [Desktop Miniature Sports Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-beach-volleyball.md)