5-4-3-2-1 Anxiety Grounding Technique / De-escalation Exercise
Are you looking for a new way to help your little ones manage their stress? This is a popular exercise that is used to de-escalate one's stress. It is easier to de-escalate stress when you focus your attention elsewhere. Help your child learn the art of mental health management and stress de-escalation by practicing this activity.
Have them say the following lists:
5 things I can SEE
4 things I can HEAR
3 things I can FEEL
2 things I can SMELL
1 thing I can TASTE
Repeat this exercise as many times as it takes!
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