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If these sensations ever feel overwhelming or trigger anxiety, it is important to return to the concrete. Just as we use cloves for grounding or teabags to soothe the skin, we can use simple physical acts—slow breathing, feeling your feet on the floor, or drinking a glass of water—to stay safe within your feelings. These somatic experiences can coexist as both a natural reaction to resurfacing emotion and a symbolic connection to the person you lost.
