A novel walking carpet with integrated heat elements, designed to promote introspection while walking. The three-meters carpet has 10 heater pads spread in a step-by-step pattern, allowing participants to explore the heat sensation using their feet.

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This paper looks at how a heated walking carpet can change a normal walk into an opportunity to pay closer attention to one’s body. The carpet’s gentle warmth encourages users to notice their movements and the sensations in their feet as they walk. The study found that this simple change in the walking environment made people more aware of their bodily feelings and even led them to reflect on their physical presence. The insights suggest that adjusting everyday physical experiences, like walking on a heated surface, can help people become more mindful of their bodies.