Engage a Sense to be Present & Decrease attachment from our Thoughts

Gather: 

• Ambient music (jazz, spa music, etc.)

• A textured item (soft blanket, fidget, etc.)

• An item with a good scent (i.e., candle, cookie, etc.)

• A small piece of food (chocolate, mint, etc.) 

• Something beautiful (a photo, flowers, artwork) 

Sound: play your calming music while practicing the remaining exercises. 

Touch: feel the item, notice its weight, its shape, texture, and temperature. 

Smell: inhale slowly, recognize the different notes, consider any memories coming up 

Taste: savor the food, let the flavor fully resonate with you, and consider any lingering flavors

Sight: focus on the beautiful object, recognize the colors, trace the shapes with your mind, and consider each detail.