Grounding is a therapeutic technique used to help individuals reconnect with the present moment, especially during times of distress, anxiety, or dissociation. By engaging the senses or focusing on the body’s connection to the physical world, grounding can provide a sense of stability and control, making it a valuable tool for those who struggle with maintaining control of emotions, easily feel panicked, or feel disconnected. It can be useful in daily life or in therapy work.
This worksheet is designed to support that process by providing an opportunity to consider what tangible items and exercises that promote grounding might go in a grounding kit. It hopes to offer a practical and accessible way to find calm and security in moments of need.
It includes:
Information on grounding
Example
Blank grounding kit
Ideas for grounding
I have also included a bonus high resolution image of my 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 senses grounding illustration