Grounding Techniques for Stress & Anxiety

Occasional stress and anxiety are common experiences. Grounding techniques, such as the 5-4-3-2-1 method, can help shift attention back to the present moment and reduce feelings of overwhelm.

This exercise encourages you to identify:
• 5 things you see
• 4 things you feel
• 3 things you hear
• 2 things you smell
• 1 thing you taste

Practicing grounding techniques may help calm the nervous system and improve focus.

If stress or anxiety begins to interfere with daily activities, consider speaking with a healthcare provider. Our pharmacy team is available to answer questions about wellness resources and support options.

👉 Learn more about coping with stress from the CDC:
https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/index.html

If you or someone you know needs immediate support, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.