5 Simple Ways to Calm Anxiety in the Moment

Anxiety shows up for everyone sometimes. The goal isn’t to never feel it — it’s to have tools that help you ride the wave.

Try these in the moment

• Box breathing: inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 4, hold 4.
• 5-4-3-2-1 grounding: name things you can see, touch, hear, smell and taste.
• Name it to tame it: label the feeling — “this is anxiety” — to reduce its grip.

Your feelings are valid, and support is always available. If anxiety is affecting your daily life, talking to a professional helps.

When to reach out

If worry, low mood or stress are getting in the way of your everyday life, a counselling session is a caring first step.