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!
Lamination is recommended for longevity.
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Reviews
I work with a lot of ND kids in my various volunteer activities. I keep half sheet copies of this laminated all the different places I volunteer. It's helped to stop quite a few meltdowns or keep situations from escalating.
I love this grounding resource! I have practiced it myself and wanted to share it with students.
Used this strategy with students who have ED. It worked well with lots of practice.
Great visual for using grounding techniques. Very easy for my clients to follow.
Great resource for students needing support with emotional regulation