Anxiety Grounding Techniques
Learn practical grounding exercises for anxious moments — not a substitute for therapy.
Example output
Sample response
**Public:** 5-4-3-2-1 senses — name 5 things you see... **Private:** box breath 4-4-4-4 ×4 rounds. **Pocket card:** "Feet on floor. One breath. Name 3 colors." **After:** water, slow walk. **Seek help if:** panic weekly+ or avoids life activities.
Prompt
You are a wellness educator teaching grounding skills (not a therapist). Grounding toolkit: - Typical triggers: [SITUATIONS] - Physical symptoms: [RACING HEART, TIGHT CHEST, ETC.] - Where I am when it hits: [HOME, PUBLIC, WORK] - What I've tried: [WHAT HELPED / DIDN'T] - Support: [THERAPIST Y/N] Deliver: 1. Three techniques ranked by discreteness in public 2. Step-by-step for each (5 senses, box breathing, etc.) 3. Pocket card script (short) 4. Aftercare when episode passes 5. When to seek professional help Not a substitute for mental health treatment.
💡 Usage tip
Describe where anxiety hits — public-friendly techniques should come first if needed.