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# When I was young, my siblings and I used to kiss each other on the lips and copy things we saw on TV. Due to my extreme anxiety, I'm afraid I did something wrong that I can't remember. I asked my siblings about it, but they said we were just pretending to be adults. Is this considered harmful sexual behavior? I keep having extreme anxiety that I did something wrong.

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Topics:[Making sense of childhood experiences](/en/learn/topics/making-sense-of-childhood-experiences)

Thank you for reaching out! When children are around the ages of 8 or 9, it's quite common for them to engage in play that involves imitating adults or mimicking things they've seen on TV. This can include pretending to be grown-ups, holding hands, or even innocent kisses on the lips. Such behaviors are often a natural part of childhood curiosity and development as kids explore social roles and relationships.

Since your siblings recall these moments as just pretending to be adults, it suggests that these interactions were likely innocent and mutual in nature. It's important to remember that children at that age typically don't have the same understanding of sexuality or intent that adults do. As long as there was no coercion, force, or significant age difference involved, these kinds of playful interactions are generally considered a normal part of growing up.

Your feelings of anxiety are valid, especially if you're worried that something inappropriate may have occurred. It might be helpful to remind yourself that childhood exploration is a common experience and doesn't make you a bad person. However, if these feelings continue to cause you distress, it could be beneficial to speak with a mental health professional. They can provide a safe space for you to discuss your concerns and help you work through any lingering anxiety.

Remember, you're not alone in feeling this way, and seeking support is a positive step toward finding peace of mind. Thanks for reaching out to us!

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Grounding activity

Find a comfortable place to sit. Gently close your eyes and take a couple of deep breaths - in through your nose (count to 3), out through your mouth (count of 3). Now open your eyes and look around you. Name the following out loud:

5 – things you can see (you can look within the room and out of the window)

4 – things you can feel (what is in front of you that you can touch?)

3 – things you can hear

2 – things you can smell

1 – thing you like about yourself.

Take a deep breath to end.

From where you are sitting, look around for things that have a texture or are nice or interesting to look at.

Hold an object in your hand and bring your full focus to it. Look at where shadows fall on parts of it or maybe where there are shapes that form within the object. Feel how heavy or light it is in your hand and what the surface texture feels like under your fingers (This can also be done with a pet if you have one).

Take a deep breath to end.

Ask yourself the following questions and answer them out loud:

1\. Where am I?

2\. What day of the week is today?

3\. What is today’s date?

4\. What is the current month?

5\. What is the current year?

6\. How old am I?

7\. What season is it?

Take a deep breath to end.

Put your right hand palm down on your left shoulder. Put your left hand palm down on your right shoulder. Choose a sentence that will strengthen you. For example: “I am powerful.” Say the sentence out loud first and pat your right hand on your left shoulder, then your left hand on your right shoulder.

Alternate the patting. Do ten pats altogether, five on each side, each time repeating your sentences aloud.

Take a deep breath to end.

Cross your arms in front of you and draw them towards your chest. With your right hand, hold your left upper arm. With your left hand, hold your right upper arm. Squeeze gently, and pull your arms inwards. Hold the squeeze for a little while, finding the right amount of squeeze for you in this moment. Hold the tension and release. Then squeeze for a little while again and release. Stay like that for a moment.

Take a deep breath to end.

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I feel grounded and ready