Grounding For Anxiety and Overwhelm

Sometimes we find ourselves in a moment where our anxiety takes over. This can be disorienting and scary, especially if it happens suddenly without warning. It can feel like breathing becomes more difficult, the walls are closing in, or you just need to escape from the situation. I've used the "I'm going to get some air" tactic many times.

What sets us off depends on individual triggers. You might get uncomfortable in crowded places. Someone you know might be dealing with internal struggles that feel like a weight on their chest. Others can seem perfectly fine one moment and then grasping for something to hold onto the next.

Whatever the cause, we can all benefit from being able to ground ourselves when needed.

One of the techniques I use is called 5-4-3-2-1. It's very simple and you can do it anytime, anywhere.