5 tips for women to beat stress and anxiety at workplace
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- Women who often have to balance work and home, often face additional challenges at work from facing more scrutiny to tougher performance standards.
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“Workplace anxiety is a pervasive issue for many women, fuelled by a complex interplay of societal pressures, internalized biases, and organizational cultures that can feel inherently daunting. From a young age, girls are often socialized to prioritize perfectionistic tendencies, people-pleasing behaviours, and minimizing their achievements; these thought patterns that can manifest as chronic self-doubt and impostor fears in professional settings. Here are a few tips for women to overcome workplace anxiety,” says Dr Chandni Tugnait is M.D. (Alternative Medicines), Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Business Coach, NLP Expert, Healer, Founder & Director – Gateway of Healing. (Freepik)
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Identify and challenge self-sabotaging thoughts: Women are often socialised to doubt themselves and minimise their accomplishments. Become aware of negative thought patterns like imposter syndrome or catastrophising, and actively challenge them with positive self-talk and evidence of your competence. (Freepik)
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Adopt a power pose: Research shows that adopting expansive, confident body language can lower cortisol (the stress hormone) levels and increase confidence. Before important meetings or presentations, spend a few minutes in a “power pose” like standing tall with hands on hips to boost self-assurance. (Freepik)
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Find a workplace ally: Having a trusted confidant at work can provide crucial support. Seek out a mentor or friend you can talk through anxieties with openly. They can offer perspective and validation when self-doubt creeps in. (Freepik)
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Beware of perfectionism: The relentless pursuit of perfection is correlated with higher anxiety and burnout. Aim for ‘done’ over perfect, focusing on learning opportunities rather than obsessing over flawlessness. (Freepik)
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Inventory your accomplishments: Women frequently underestimate and under-promote their achievements. Keeping a running list of successes to review can combat anxious feelings of inadequacy. (Freepik)
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Schedule worry breaks: Rather than trying to suppress anxious thoughts entirely, set aside specific ‘worry time’ to feel them fully, then re-focus. This provides an outlet while reclaiming control. (Shutterstock)
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Practice self-compassion: Research shows women are typically less self-compassionate than men. Make an effort to temper self-criticism with the kindness and understanding you’d offer a friend. Self-compassion soothes anxiety. (Freepik)
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