Managing Workplace Anxiety - Geelong

Managing Workplace Anxiety - Geelong

You know that feeling when your stomach drops during Monday morning meetings? When your mind races through worst-case scenarios before a presentation? When checking emails makes your heart pound? You're not alone. About 3 million Australians experience anxiety in the workplace, and most of us just tough it out, thinking it's normal or that we should handle it better.

Here's the thing - workplace anxiety isn't a character flaw or something you need to "get over." It's your brain's response to stress, uncertainty, and pressure. The good news? There are practical, proven techniques that can help you regain control and actually enjoy your workday again.

This isn't about meditation retreats or telling you to "just breathe" (though breathing techniques that actually work are part of it). We're talking real-world strategies for when your boss dumps a last-minute project on your desk, when you're presenting to senior management, or when office politics have you second-guessing every interaction.

You'll learn how to spot your anxiety triggers before they spiral - whether it's perfectionism, imposter syndrome, or that colleague who seems to thrive on creating drama. We'll cover techniques for managing physical symptoms in the moment (because sweaty palms during client meetings aren't helping anyone), and how to reframe those catastrophic thoughts that keep you awake at 3am wondering if you're about to get fired.

The course includes practical tools for managing workplace anxiety that you can use immediately - from the "5-4-3-2-1" grounding technique for panic moments to building confidence through small daily wins. We'll also tackle the tricky stuff like setting boundaries with demanding colleagues, asking for help without feeling weak, and having honest conversations with your manager about workload.

What You'll Learn:
How to identify your personal anxiety patterns and triggers at work
Practical breathing and grounding techniques that work in office environments
Strategies for managing perfectionism and imposter syndrome
Tools for dealing with difficult conversations and conflict
Methods for setting realistic boundaries and managing workload pressure
Techniques for building confidence and resilience over time
Ways to create a support system at work without oversharing

The Bottom Line:
By the end of this session, you'll have a toolkit of practical strategies to manage workplace anxiety before it manages you. You'll know how to handle those panic moments, communicate your needs effectively, and build the confidence to tackle challenges without constantly second-guessing yourself. Most importantly, you'll understand that managing anxiety is a skill - and like any skill, it gets easier with practice. This isn't about eliminating all workplace stress (that's impossible), but about stress management training that helps you respond to it in healthier, more productive ways.