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REGIONAL GRIEF SUPPORT NETWORK

5-4-3-2-1
This is a stress management technique that is extremely helpful if you feel you are having a panic attack or are experiencing high anxiety. The idea is to use your 5 senses. If you are having a panic attack, it may be more helpful to have someone else walk you through this. Say the items out loud to reground you.
What are 5 things you can see?
Name 4 things you can touch.
Name 3 things you can hear.
Name 2 things you can smell.
Name 1 thing you can taste.
You can use the senses in any order, but I find this order helpful.
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