5 tips for women to beat stress and anxiety at workplace
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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