Guided Exercise
Steadying Senses
5 min
The 5-4-3-2-1 technique uses your senses to interrupt anxious thoughts and bring your attention back to the here and now.
The 5-4-3-2-1 steadying senses technique
5 steps. Move at your own pace, or use auto-advance.
When this helps
Use this when you feel overwhelmed, dissociated, or pulled into anxious thoughts. It works particularly well during moments of acute anxiety or panic.