The 5-4-3-2-1 Method: A Grounding Exercise to Manage AnxietyVideo, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Emotional Wellbeing, Mindfulness, Parent's Section, Self Care, Youth Section / By Helplink Admin Feeling anxious? Grounding exercises can help to calm anxious thoughts and keep you focused and mindful in your environment. The 5-4-3-2-1 method is a grounding exercise that can be done almost anywhere and it doesn’t require any equipment or materials- just your brain! Take a few minutes to learn how to complete the exercise and then try it for yourself.