Grounding yourself in psychosis
Has anyone else found certain grounding techniques that help them while in psychosis?
For me some things that help are:
*Having a supportive person around and explaining to them how they can recognize and support you through periods of psychosis
*Asking myself questions like the what's time and place of where i'm at what's my name how old I am etc.
*Engaging in something simple like a game of tic tac toe
*listening to peaceful music
*having something soft to hold like a fuzzy teddy
@Strawberrypossum123
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experiences with grounding techniques during periods of psychosis. Here are some additional grounding techniques that people have found beneficial:
Deep Breathing: Focusing on your breath and taking slow, deep breaths can help you regain a sense of calm and connect with the present moment.
Mindfulness Exercises: Engaging in mindfulness activities such as meditation or body scans can assist in redirecting your attention away from distressing thoughts and into the present.
Sensory Distractions: Engaging your senses can help ground you in reality. You could try touching various textures, smelling pleasant scents, or sipping a warm cup of tea.
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Visual Anchors: Placing pictures or objects that have positive and calming associations in your environment can serve as visual reminders to stay grounded.
