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Subscribe EXPLORE MORE IN ANXIETY 30 Grounding Techniques to Quiet Distressing Thoughts Medically reviewed by Joslyn Jelinek, LCSW, ACSW, RDDP — Written by Crystal Raypole — Updated on February 20, 2025 Physical techniques Mental techniques Soothing techniques How do they work? Bonus tips FAQ Key Takeaways Grounding exercises help you refocus on the present to relieve feelings of anxiety, stress, depression, or PTSD. Physical grounding techniques use your five senses to help you move through distress by focusing on tangible objects and sensations. For example, holding an ice cube or tasting something spicy. Mental grounding techniques distract you from distressing feelings by redirecting your thoughts back to the present through memory games, categories, or reciting something Grounding techniques are exercises that may help you refocus on the present moment to distract yourself from anxious feelings. You can use grounding techniques to help create space from distressing feelings in ...