When your mind is racing or the moment feels like too much, grounding brings your attention back to where you are. This exercise walks your five senses, one step at a time. Go slowly, there are no wrong answers, and nothing here is saved or sent anywhere.
Watch the guided exercise
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5 things you can see
Look around slowly, near and far.
Go at your own pace. Nothing here is saved or sent anywhere.
How it works
Each step asks you to notice a few things with one sense: five you can see, four you can feel, three you can hear, two you can smell, and one you can taste. Tap the button each time you find one, and the exercise will guide you to the next sense.
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