The five senses practice
Grounding through sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste.
Mindfulness3–5 minutes
Finished the practice?
Marking it adds the session to “My progress”.
Purpose and effect
Quickly returns you to the present during anxiety and overload.
Step-by-step instructions
- 1Name five things you can see.
- 2Four you can hear.
- 3Three you can feel on your skin.
- 4Two smells and one taste.
Recommended duration
3–5 minutes. Start smaller: a short regular practice works better than rare long sessions.
How to hold attention and come back
Do not look for perfect answers — whatever is nearby will do.
How to finish the practice
Take one long exhale and continue your day.