ESCAPE THE INESCAPABLE WORKPLACE ANXIETY

So, this is how it starts – actually there is no starting moment, anxiety just creeps in. And if you are at your workplace, anxiety comes in with the speed of light. Remember, if you can’t change your workplace or work setting, you need to bring change in how you deal with anxiety.

There are many types of workplace anxiety like:

·      Fear of public speaking/ speaking up in meetings;

·      Fear of working in groups;

·      Fear of not meeting deadlines;

·      Worrying that work won’t be up to scratch;

·      Fear of being judged;

·      Fear of humiliation;

·      Fear of interacting with authority figures;

·      Avoidance of committing to new tasks; and

·      Fear associated with trying for a promotion

So, you think you are facing any of these situations? Well, do not worry as this highly common and happens to most of the people. But now that you know that you are not alone, read through to know what you can do overcome this anxiety.

Will it help to say “NO” to anxiety within your mind? Probably it might only increase it. So, how do you think this anxiety can be dealt with. Below are some remedies to smooth out the crease:

1. Say HI! to anxiety

Avoidance is a major factor in maintaining anxiety. You will never be able to reduce anxiety if you never acknowledge that it is there. Anxiety is bound to happen. It is just a normal response to the stimulus of stress. Therefore, rather than pushing away the inevitable, make friends with it. Understand why it happens, and deal with the cause.

2. Excite the anxiety

Once you are able to identify the root, practice to face it. If is public speaking, go ahead and make presentation. If it is interpersonal communication that scares you, starting saying “Hi” to your co-workers. Remember, a problem is best solved than ignored.

3. Make yourself happy

Relish healthy lifestyle, go out with friends and family, spend quality time with yourself and do what makes you happy. This will go memorable moments and energy to deal with upcoming anxiety.

6. Decide for yourself

It’s okay to make your mind stop advising you. Not every time it is right. The way you mind process the situation may be out of habit. You should go ahead and start thinking in a new creative way. Ignore all the analytical negative conclusions that your mind is making for any situation. See what positive can come out of it.

7. Ask for help

Many times feeling alone in any situation can exaggerate it. Ask for help from your family, friends and co-workers. Seek their perspective on your situation. Attend help from professionals. 

8. Get appropriate sleep

Anxiety can take away your sleep and can leave you exhausted the next day causing even more stress. If you are fresh and have no fatigue you can efficiently manage your emotions and anxiety levels. To break this anxiety-no sleep-more anxiety cycle, you can try doing below things:

·      Reading, taking a bath or practicing gentle yoga. This will relax your body and mind.

·      Don’t drink coffee after 12 noon. Caffeine can stay in your body for up to 12 hours! Instead opt for detox water or green tea to get rid of your toxic fluids.

·      Strictly follow your bed time schedule.

·      Take two 15-minute “relaxation breaks” in the day. Leave your office work at office itself. Get indulged in your personal life after office hours.

And, last tip that you must always remember – “It’s okay, just breathe”