One Positive Action

Grounding Walk

Sometimes, you just need to hit pause on life and get your feet on solid ground, literally. Taking a short, intentional walk can work wonders for pulling you out of the chaos in your head and dropping you right into the here and now.

Here’s how it works: ditch your phone, no headphones, (seriously, leave it all behind), lace up your shoes, and start walking. Pay attention to each step, the way your feet connect with the ground, and the rhythm of your breathing. It’s like meditation, but without sitting still and pretending you’re not fidgety.

At first, your brain might fight you. It’ll want to wander off into to-do lists or replay that awkward thing you said three years ago. But stick with it. Focus on the physical sensations: heel, toe, heel, toe. Notice how the air feels on your skin, the sounds around you, or even the smell of someone’s freshly mowed lawn. It’s grounding, in a "hey, I’m alive and this moment is real" kind of way.

This isn’t about power-walking or getting your steps in; it’s about slowing down and tuning into the moment. You’ll probably feel silly at first, but by the end, you might notice that your racing thoughts have quieted down a bit. Five minutes is all it takes to feel a little more centered and a lot less tangled up in your head. So go ahead, give it a try, your brain will thank you.