Smell

8 Sensory Activities to Practice Mindfulness

Lisa SadikmanApril 7, 2021

Observing our surroundings through one or more of our senses helps focus our attention on the present, calming our minds and anchoring our bodies.

Spicy Sensory Game: Sense of Smell Focuses

Tanuka GordonApril 16, 2017

This smelly, spicy sensory game taps into the sense of smell to encourage presence in the moment. Adding a blindfold makes the game even more fun! When you're done, use the spices to create a cool...

Using Our Noses: Guess the Smelly Marker

Tanuka GordonSeptember 14, 2016

Focusing on a single sense to experience our surroundings is a great way to anchor in the present moment. Guessing the scent of each "smelly marker" is a fun, accessible way to practice...

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