Grounding Techniques
Have you ever found yourself swimming in a sea of thoughts, unable to focus, maybe even to the point of feeling the need to shut down? During those moments, are you aware of what your body is saying? If not, grounding techniques can be a beneficial tool to support with centering in and finding out what your mind and body are saying.
Grounding techniques are a form of somatic therapy that can help to increase body awareness. These techniques involve focusing attention on the physical sensations of the body, such as the breath, sounds, and other sensations. Paying attention to these sensations can help bring awareness to the present moment and reduce stress and anxiety.
⭐️Here are a few grounding techniques to increase body awareness...
5-4-3-2-1 Method - this grounding method helps to remove the focus from the anxious thoughts to things that are in your grasp. Find 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste.
Box Breathing - this is a great tool to support with finding your breath. As you breathe, draw a box in your mind and inhale for 4 counts, exhale 4 counts, inhale 4 counts, exhale 4 counts. Do this as many times as you need to center yourself.
Use Guided Meditation - there are many guided meditations that will walk you through becoming aware of the physical sensations you are experiencing.
Here at Life By Design Therapy, we are passionate about creating a space of healing for the whole person. If you would like to find out more about Somatic Therapy and how it can support you, head to the link in our bio to schedule a free phone consultation with one of our therapists.
P.S. If you're interested in 50 grounding activities, download our free ebook, The Mind-Body Toolkit: A Beginner's Guide To Connecting With The Body. Link in Bio!
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