The Stress Relieving Squishy Toy Taking Over Social Media
Influencers and everyday people across the globe are raving about Moochies — the viral squishy toy that’s become a must-have for stress relief, focus, and even academic success. These handcrafted squishies aren’t just cute. They’re functional. Designed to calm the nervous system and keep fidgety hands occupied, Moochies are helping people with ADHD, anxiety, or everyday overwhelm feel more in control.
But it doesn’t stop there.
Students have reported huge improvements in concentration while studying. One even claimed that her Moochie helped her score a 99.5 ATAR. Whether you believe it or not, stories like hers are flooding TikTok comment sections and Instagram DMs — and we had to find out more.
Here’s her story, in her own words:
"How My Moochie Got Me a 99.5 ATAR"
— by Sarah L, 17, Sydney
I wish I could tell you I was one of those naturally gifted students who just ‘got it.’ But I wasn’t. I was smart, sure, but anxious. I’d sit at my desk for hours, flipping through notes, highlighting random things, stressing myself out about whether I’d remembered enough — only to burn out after 15 minutes.
One day, during my pre-trial breakdown (yes, I had one), I stumbled across a Moochie video on TikTok. Some girl was stretching it, twisting it, saying it helped her focus. I didn’t think much of it, but I ordered one anyway — honestly, just to procrastinate.
When it arrived, something clicked.
I’d sit at my desk with my Moochie in one hand and my pen in the other. The squishing, the texture, the rhythm of it — it calmed me. I wasn’t checking my phone every five seconds. I wasn’t zoning out. I was in it.
Suddenly, my 30-minute study sessions turned into two-hour deep dives. My brain felt sharper, quieter. I actually started looking forward to study time — like, who even does that?
By the time exams rolled around, I felt weirdly confident. My results? A 99.5 ATAR.
Maybe it was the notes. Maybe it was the late nights. But I swear — that little squishy guy was the difference. I still keep him in my pencil case.
Whether you're studying for finals, powering through work, or just trying to relax after a long day — Moochies are the soft, stretchy sidekick you never knew you needed.
Try one. See what happens.
Embrace the squish. 🧠✨
Eliza Carrington, B.Ed (Psych) — Student Wellness Advocate & Focus Coach