Grounding Techniques for Anxiety and Overwhelm

Queer and trans people often navigate additional layers of stress—microaggressions, discrimination, identity invalidation, or the exhaustion of just trying to feel safe in spaces that weren’t built with us in mind.

Grounding doesn’t “fix” these pressures, but it helps your nervous system feel held. It offers a moment of pause, clarity, and self-kindness—especially on the days it feels hardest.

Want Support Learning These Skills?

At Be/Here, we teach grounding and emotional regulation techniques in our free mental health skills workshops and during affirming person-centred therapy sessions. If you’d like to explore these tools with gentle guidance, you’re welcome to join us:

✨ Workshops & Groups → https://www.beheremcr.co.uk/workshops

💛 Therapy (Sliding Scale) → https://www.beheremcr.co.uk/therapypricing

📝 Read more blogs → https://www.beheremcr.co.uk/blog

Grounding is a practice, not a perfection. You’re already doing better than you think. And you’re not doing it alone. 💛

Additional Resources for Grounding and Support

Online Communities

Connecting with others who understand your experiences can be incredibly grounding. Consider joining online forums or social media groups focused on LGBTQIA+ mental health.

Mindfulness Apps

There are various apps available that offer guided meditations and grounding exercises. These can be a great way to incorporate grounding techniques into your daily routine.

Local Support Groups

Look for local LGBTQIA+ support groups in your area. Meeting in person can provide a sense of community and belonging, which is essential for grounding.

Books and Literature

Reading about queer experiences and mental health can also be grounding. Look for books that resonate with your identity and experiences.

Creative Outlets

Engaging in creative activities such as art, writing, or music can help ground you. These activities allow for self-expression and can be therapeutic.

By incorporating these additional resources into your life, you can further enhance your grounding practice. Remember, you are not alone in this journey. There are many avenues for support and connection.