You begin by noting 5 sounds you can hear and then move through all of your senses until you get to 1. It’s best to try doing a grounding exercise when you first start to feel bad. Don’t wait ...

A walk in the snowy woods Sunday morning was an exercise in silence ... he was swallowed by the silence. Snowy conditions can mute sound but can also enhance it… it all depends upon the snow.

or even nature sounds to create a steady, soothing environment. Practise mindfulness techniques: Deep breathing, meditation, or guided sleep exercises can help calm the mind. Reframe silence as ...