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Cold Reset

Use a clear cold sensation when panic is too physical for thinking or breath counting.

3 min · Panic and physical surges · Guided in the CalmShield app

What it walks you through

  1. Choose one cold sensation that is safe for you.

  2. Hold it on your wrists, or the back of your neck.

  3. Let the cold be the main thing you notice.

  4. Optional: cool your cheeks or forehead for a short moment.

  5. Let one exhale be longer than the inhale.

  6. Name three ordinary objects around you.

  7. The wave can peak and pass while you stay.

In the app

Each step has what it needs: a timer, a tap counter or a breath pacer. Listen mode reads the steps aloud. At the end you can mark whether it helped, and the app suggests what to try next.

About Cold Reset

How long does Cold Reset take?

About 3 minutes, in 7 steps. You can stop after any step.

Who should skip Cold Reset?

Skip cold if you have Raynaud's, a heart condition, a cold allergy, or broken skin where you would place it. A strong mint or sour candy can stand in. If cold is not for you, an orienting scan is a good swap.

Can I do Cold Reset without the app?

Yes. The steps on this page work on their own. The app adds a timer, counter or breath pacer to each step, can read the steps aloud, and remembers whether it helped so it can suggest what to try next.

Medical disclaimer

CalmShield is an anxiety management and stress-tracking support tool. It does not provide clinical diagnoses, psychiatric treatment, or medical advice. CalmShield is not a replacement for professional healthcare or emergency medical services.

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