The 3-3-3 rule is a simple technique that can be used to help manage anxiety symptoms.

It involves the following steps…

1. Acknowledge Three Things – Identify and acknowledge three things you can see around you at that moment. This helps to ground you in your immediate environment and distracts your mind from anxious thoughts.
2. Acknowledge Three Things – Identify and acknowledge three sounds you can hear. Again, this helps to ground you in the present moment and diverts your attention away from anxiety-inducing thoughts.
3. Move Three Parts of Your Body – Move three parts of your body. This could be anything from wiggling your toes, stretching your fingers, shrugging your shoulders, or any other small movement. Physical movement can help release tension and redirect focus away from anxious feelings.

The 3-3-3 rule is a quick and effective way to practice mindfulness and bring yourself back to the present moment when feeling overwhelmed by anxiety.