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There are now 20 Limited Edition prints available in my online shop each signed and numbered, while supplies last. ❤️

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10 weeks of poster illustrations for my weekly challenge this year. honestly 2025 is shaping up to be the most I've ever drawn consistently in my life

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5-4-3-2-1 Method: A Grounding Technique to Ease Anxiety

Anxiety can often feel overwhelming, making it difficult to stay present in the moment. The 5-4-3-2-1 method is a simple yet effective grounding technique that helps manage anxiety by engaging the senses and bringing focus back to the present. This method can be especially helpful during panic attacks, moments of intense stress, or feelings of dissociation.

How the 5-4-3-2-1 Method Works

The technique involves focusing on your surroundings and using your senses to calm your mind. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

✅ 5 – Look Around and Name Five Things You Can See: Notice the objects around you. It can be anything — a book, a picture on the wall, or even the texture of the fabric you’re wearing. Paying attention to visual details shifts your focus away from anxious thoughts.

✅ 4 – Touch Four Things You Can Feel: Engage your sense of touch by feeling different textures. This could be the ground beneath your feet, the warmth of your hands, or the fabric of your clothes. Focusing on the sensation helps ground you.

✅ 3 – Listen for Three Sounds: Close your eyes and pay attention to the sounds around you. It could be birds chirping, distant traffic, or the sound of your own breath. Tuning into these sounds redirects your thoughts to the present.

✅ 2 – Identify Two Things You Can Smell: Try to notice any scents around you. It might be the aroma of coffee, the fresh air, or even the scent of your soap. Recognizing these smells brings your attention to your environment.

✅ 1 – Focus on One Thing You Can Taste: If possible, take a sip of water, chew gum, or notice the taste lingering in your mouth. This final step helps complete the process of anchoring yourself.

Why It Works

The 5-4-3-2-1 method helps break the cycle of anxious thoughts by engaging the senses. This practice sends calming signals to the brain, reducing the intensity of anxiety and promoting mindfulness. Regular use of this technique can empower individuals to take control of their emotions during stressful situations.

When to Use This Technique

During moments of high anxiety or panic

When feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from reality

Before an important event to stay focused and calm

During stressful situations to regain composure

Seeking Professional Guidance

While the 5-4-3-2-1 method is a useful coping strategy, managing anxiety may require professional support in some cases. Dr. Zaini Ahmed, MBBS, MD (Psychiatry), provides expert care for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. She consults at Sukoon Heart and Mind Care, Sainik Market, Main Road, Ranchi, Jharkhand: 834001, and is available for appointments from Monday to Saturday, 12 PM to 3 PM. For consultation, call 6200784486.

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The Overthinker por Alex Stoddard Por Flickr: A self-portrait inspired by what I do better than anything else.

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Paris - Musée Carnavalet por Añelo de la Krotsche

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chusonji temple Tsukimizaka Slope 平泉中尊寺 月見坂 por Eiki Wang Por Flickr: www.chusonji.or.jp/language_en/index.html P1047500-2

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1958 ... Ivory infernos of Human Leopards! por James Vaughan

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Gary Hill, Klein Bottle with the Image of Its Own Making (after Robert Morris), 2014

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The Sun eclipsed by Earth, as it would appear on the Moon, illustrated by James Nasmyth, 1874.

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1958 ... 'Magic Highway USA' - Disney ( broadcast television) por James Vaughan Por Flickr: thanks to: paleofuture.com

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Sin título por brianoldham Por Flickr: from my ongoing self-portrait series, "changing faces with the certainty of a brand new god" Website - Instagram