DRCC resource: Grounding Techniques When Triggered

When we become anxious, we can become ‘ungrounded’, find our anxiety growing, and begin to lose contact with reality as our thoughts get more panicked or fearful, and as our body reacts with tightening or sensations. This is often referred to as being triggered.

Grounding Techniques are ways in which we can regulate our emotions and reactions if we become triggered and also can help to regulate anxiety and keep us grounded and present. 

In this guide, you will find a wide range of suggestions for grounding techniques, some of which may work well for you. These techniques need to be practised and may need to be adapted to your own needs.

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