Managing Workplace Anxiety - Adelaide

Managing Workplace Anxiety - Adelaide

You know that tight feeling in your chest when your inbox hits 127 unread emails? Or when you're asked to present to the leadership team with 10 minutes notice? We've all been there. Workplace anxiety isn't just about having a few butterflies before a big meeting - it's that persistent worry that can make even Monday mornings feel overwhelming.

Here's the thing - anxiety at work is incredibly common, but most of us just try to push through it or pretend it's not happening. Maybe you've found yourself lying awake at night replaying conversations from the day, or avoiding certain colleagues because interactions feel too stressful. Perhaps you're the person who double and triple-checks everything because the thought of making a mistake feels unbearable.

This course isn't about eliminating stress completely (let's be realistic here), but it's about giving you practical tools to manage anxiety so it doesn't manage you. We'll cover the real stuff - like how to handle that panic when your computer crashes right before a deadline, techniques for dealing with difficult behaviours from colleagues that trigger your stress response, and ways to build confidence when imposter syndrome kicks in.

You'll learn breathing techniques that actually work in the moment (not just the "count to ten" advice everyone gives), how to reframe those catastrophic thoughts that spiral out of control, and practical strategies for setting boundaries without feeling guilty. We'll also talk about recognizing your personal anxiety triggers and building a toolkit of responses that fit your work environment.

What You'll Learn:
- How to spot the early warning signs of workplace anxiety before it escalates
- Quick, discreet techniques to calm yourself during stressful moments
- Ways to communicate your needs without feeling like you're being difficult
- Strategies for managing perfectionist tendencies that create unnecessary pressure
- How to handle workplace stress when deadlines pile up
- Techniques for dealing with difficult conversations and conflict situations
- Methods to build resilience and bounce back from setbacks more quickly

The Bottom Line:
This isn't about pretending everything's fine or toughing it out. It's about developing real skills that help you feel more in control and confident at work. You'll leave with a personal action plan and practical tools you can use immediately. Because let's face it - work will always have its stressful moments, but you don't have to let anxiety call the shots.