Grounding Exercise

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Apr 24

5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise

This is a simple way to bring your attention back to the present moment using your senses.

Take a slow breath in… and out.

5 – See

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Look around you and name 5 things you can see.
Take your time. Notice colours, shapes, light, or small details.

4 – Feel

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Notice 4 things you can feel.
This could be your feet on the ground, clothes on your skin, the chair supporting you, or the air around you.

3 – Hear

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Listen for 3 things you can hear.
They can be near or far, voices, traffic, a clock, or even your own breathing.

2 – Smell

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Notice 2 things you can smell.
If nothing stands out, think of smells you like or remember a familiar scent.

1 – Taste

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Focus on 1 thing you can taste.
It might be a recent drink, food, or just the natural taste in your mouth.

Take another slow breath. Feel your feet on the ground.
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You are here, in this moment, and you are not in any danger.

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