Man Data Podcast
Man Data Podcast
Mark Beaird, M.A., LPC-S, MAC
The 3-3-3 Rule for Anxiety
10 minutes Posted Dec 29, 2025 at 8:49 pm.
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If you've experienced intense anxiety, you might be familiar with grounding techniques. The main benefit of these techniques is their capacity to assist individuals in moving from a difficult mental or emotional state to a more stable one.When someone faces increased anxiety or is in a fight-or-flight mode, grounding exercises can effectively slow their reactions and instill a sense of tranquility.

Conversely, if an individual is undergoing a freeze response or dissociation, these exercises can gently aid them in reconnecting with their physical being.For those caught in a cycle of repetitive thoughts, grounding can help redirect their attention, break the cycle, and lead them toward thoughts that are less anxiety-inducing.

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