The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to ease anxiety

             Written by: Mantasha

The 5-4-3-2-1 technique is a grounding exercise that helps calm anxiety by focusing your attention on the present moment. Here's how it works:

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Look around and name five things you can see. This helps shift your focus away from anxious thoughts.

5 Things You Can See

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Pay attention to four things you can physically feel, like the ground beneath your feet or the texture of an object.

4 Things You Can Touch

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Listen carefully and identify three distinct sounds, whether it’s the hum of a fan or the birds outside.

3 Things You Can Hear

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Take note of two scents in your environment, whether it's the fragrance of a candle or the fresh air.

2 Things You Can Smell

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Focus on one taste, like the lingering flavor in your mouth, a sip of water, or a piece of gum.

1 Thing You Can Taste

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This simple exercise can help you focus on your surroundings and detach from anxious thoughts.

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