11/22/2025
Hi, 👋🏻 my name is 𝐌𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 .clements and I am part of Braver Collective’s Reflecting Pool, a group of survivors helping to shape the tools and resources for survivors at Braver Collective.
As a survivor, I’ve found that spirituality and grounding have been central to my healing journey. Reconnecting with something bigger than myself—through faith, community, or personal reflection—has helped me feel anchored in both my personal life and my work supporting others.
I want to help hold space for anyone needing a place to be real and honest about where they are in their healing journey. It’s not always easy, but finding connection and community has made a huge difference for me.
Today, I’m sharing a simple grounding exercise you can do anywhere:
🌿 Body Scan for Grounding
1️⃣ Find a comfortable position—sitting, standing, eyes open or closed.
2️⃣ Take deep breaths and bring your attention to your feet, slowly moving upward: ankles → calves → knees → thighs → torso → arms → shoulders → head
3️⃣ Notice any areas of tension or discomfort without judgment. Simply observe what feels warm, uncomfortable, or good—there’s no right way to do this.
4️⃣ Take a few extra deep breaths, honoring the places that need TLC.
This exercise is all about tuning into your body, noticing what’s present, and giving yourself a moment of care.
For more tools on spirituality, grounding, and reconnecting with your higher self, check out “Spirituality and Grounding: Reconnecting with Your Higher Self” at bravercollective.org/resources (or click the link in bio) ✨
𝐌𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬-𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐬𝐨𝐧 (she/her) | Survivor & Associate Therapist blending EMDR, somatic healing, and faith-rooted grounding into survivor support.
