One Day At A Time - Daily Wisdom Do this CBT technique today (powerful)
Mar 24, 2025
Discover effective techniques for managing anxiety and panic in everyday life. Learn the 5-4 technique, a grounding method that engages your senses to bring you back to the present moment. This powerful tool encourages you to identify and connect with your surroundings, making it easier to cope with stress. Tune in for practical insights to enhance your mental well-being!
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Panic Attack Origins
- Panic attacks often stem from misinterpreting normal physical responses to anxiety.
- Catastrophizing these sensations, like a racing heart, worsens symptoms.
5-4 Grounding Technique
- Use the 5-4 grounding technique to manage anxiety, panic attacks, and overthinking.
- Focus on five things you see, four you feel, three you hear, two you smell, and one you taste.
Sensory Kit
- Create a small kit with items related to each sense to use during the grounding technique.
- Include things like essential oils, perfume, or a piece of silky material.