Ground
Look Around the Room
1 to 2 minutes
Choose this when…
You feel overwhelmed, far away or unsure of the present moment.
Try this
- Keep your eyes open and slowly look around the space you are in.
- Let your head move only as far as feels comfortable.
- Notice five neutral or pleasant things: a colour, a shape, a patch of light, an object or something familiar.
- There is nothing you need to feel. Simply let your eyes gather information about where you are right now.
- Finish by allowing your gaze to rest on one thing that feels steady or supportive.
Seated option
This entire practice can be completed seated or lying down. Move only your eyes if turning your head is uncomfortable.
Notice
What helped you recognise that you are here, in this moment?