Managing Workplace Anxiety

Managing Workplace Anxiety

You know that feeling when Sunday night rolls around and your stomach starts doing backflips just thinking about Monday morning? Or when you're lying awake at 2am mentally rehearsing tomorrow's presentation for the tenth time? If you're nodding along, you're definitely not alone. Workplace anxiety affects more people than you'd think - and it's not just about being "stressed" or having too much on your plate.

I've been working with teams for years, and I can tell you that anxiety in the workplace shows up in all sorts of ways. There's the person who second-guesses every email before hitting send, the team member who goes quiet in meetings even though they have great ideas, or the colleague who takes on way too much because they're terrified of saying no. Sometimes it's the high performer who looks like they've got it all together but is actually burning out from the inside.

Here's what I've learned: anxiety isn't a character flaw or something you just need to "get over." It's your brain's way of trying to protect you, but sometimes it gets a bit overzealous about it. The good news? There are practical, proven strategies that actually work - not just feel-good advice that sounds nice but doesn't help when you're in the thick of it.

This training isn't about pretending everything's fine or telling you to "just breathe" (though breathing techniques are actually pretty useful when done properly). We'll dig into the real stuff that happens in actual workplaces. Like how to handle that critical voice in your head during performance reviews, what to do when imposter syndrome kicks in before a big presentation, or how to manage the overwhelm when your to-do list feels like it's growing faster than you can tick things off.

You'll learn how to spot your personal anxiety triggers before they spiral, practical techniques for staying grounded during stressful moments, and how to have those tricky conversations about workload and boundaries without feeling like you're letting everyone down. We'll also cover how to support team members who might be struggling - because chances are, you're not the only one dealing with this stuff.

What You'll Learn

How to recognize the early warning signs of workplace anxiety and stop it before it takes over your day. You'll understand why communication skills play a crucial role in managing anxiety and building confidence in workplace interactions.

Practical grounding techniques that work in real office situations - yes, even in open-plan offices where everyone can see you.

How to reframe those worst-case scenario thoughts that love to pop up at the most inconvenient times.

Strategies for managing perfectionism and the pressure to have all the answers all the time.

Ways to create better boundaries around work and actually stick to them without feeling guilty.

How to approach difficult conversations and feedback sessions with less dread and more confidence.

Techniques for supporting anxious colleagues without taking on their stress as your own.

How to use your natural communication skills training to express your needs clearly and reduce workplace misunderstandings that often fuel anxiety.

The Bottom Line

This isn't about eliminating all stress from your work life - that's not realistic or even helpful. It's about developing the tools to manage anxiety so it doesn't manage you. You'll walk away with a toolkit of practical strategies that you can actually use in real workplace situations, plus a better understanding of how your mind works and why it sometimes goes into overdrive.

Most importantly, you'll realize you're not broken, you're not weak, and you're definitely not the only one dealing with this. With the right strategies and a bit of practice, you can feel more confident and in control at work, even when things get hectic.

Available in Adelaide