ASMR stands for autonomous sensory meridian response.
in short, have you ever felt that tingling sensation that rolls all the way down your back? maybe you've felt it when someone touches you gently, or even at a pleasant part of a song you're listening to! that right there is ASMR! more commonly, people call that sensation tingles!
a lot of people who make ASMR, aka ASMRtists, try to evoke that pleasant feeling in their listeners!
now, while ASMR can be intimate in nature it is not inherently sexual! some ASMRtists (like myself) do enjoy performing in a more intimate or flirtatious manner, but a lot of ASMR videos are 100% safe for work and are not intended to be sexual.
an ASMR trigger refers to the specific stimuli that triggers the ASMR response. for example, some people find whispering to be a trigger! tapping, mouth sounds, rainfall, and crinkly sounds are some common triggers, but truly the sky is the limit!
WHY DO I LIKE ASMR?
i find it very pleasant to listen to or watch, and it helps my brain relax after a long day! then, as an ASMRtist, i find it really satisfying to know i can provide other people with relaxation and comfort through doing ASMR streams!