# Stress-Relieving Carry Coins 'The Tide' Worry Coin Has Two Motion Functions to Alleviate Anxiety By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-01-03 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worry-coin References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/tide-kinetic-focus-coin-03-01-2019/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2016091192/the-tide-a-kinetic-worry-coin) [Touchstones and carry coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchpoint-solution) have become quite popular as of late as consumers seek to naturally alleviate their worries through fidgeting, which is what 'The Tide' worry coin aims to help enhance. The product features four ceramic balls on the interior that are held in place with small springs that will provide a satisfying click every 90-degrees as it is turned. The springs and balls can be removed to let users freely spin the toy to transform it into a [fidget spinner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slidergamemackey) that is discreet enough to be carried in your pocket without adding too much heft. 'The Tide' worry coin can be played with in several different ways and comes as one of a growing number of [chic stress toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jigglets) that are being created with adult users in mind. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Stress-relief Toys:** Opportunity to create innovative stress-relief toys designed specifically for adult users. - **Fidget Spinners:** Potential to develop fidget spinners with unique features and functionality to cater to consumers seeking stress relief. - **Pocket-sized Fidget Toys:** Opportunity to design discreet and portable fidget toys that can be easily carried in a pocket for on-the-go stress relief. ### Where This Applies - **Toys & Games:** Opportunity for the toy industry to create new products targeting the adult stress-relief market. - **Ceramics:** Potential to incorporate ceramic materials in the design and construction of stress-relief toys for enhanced tactile experience. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for product designers to create innovative stress-relief toys that combine functionality, aesthetics, and portability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anxiety-Targeted Fidget Spinning Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spinner-ring.md) - [Stylish Four-in-One Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infini-fidget-toy.md) - [Optical Illusion Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmocoin-infinity.md) - [Titanium Button-Like Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slider-30.md) - [Therapeutic Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speks-magnet-balls.md) - [Wearable Magnetic Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-fidget-toy.md) - [Industrial Fidget-Friendly Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-mechanical-ring.md) - [Volcanic Rock Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenlet-lava-ball.md) - [Calming Haptic Tokens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchpoint-solution.md)