5 Senses Exercise

This exercise uses all five senses to root down and feel entirely centered in the body. It stops the monkey mind from jumping around and encourages the brain to focus on the 'NOW'.

Name 5 sensations that you can feel in your body. For example, my shirt against my skin, the chair pressing into my heel, or an itch behind my shoulder.

Name 4 things you can hear. For example, a dog barking nearby, the sound of cars passing or the air conditioning running.

Name 3 things that you can see. For example, a red dog leash, a lavender bush, or an office desktop.






Name 2 things you can smell. For example, fresh air, wooded trees, or asphalt.




Name one thing you can taste. For example, leftover cookie crumbs, toothpaste, or morning breath.

Remember that nothing you name here is wrong. This is not a test but instead an activity that can help guide you back to the present.

@rachelshieff