Social anxiety is the fear of social interaction or criticism from others, so if you’re noticing yourself feeling anxious before, during, and after work and are struggling to keep up with your daily tasks, it’s important to put your mental health at the top of your list.
Self Care
Prioritizing self-care is one of the best things you can do for anxiety
- Finch is a pet widget app that tracks your moods and gives you the option to customize a furry friend to interact with you
- It asks you questions about your day, encourages breathing exercises, and monitors your progress over time
Communication Strategies
Use apps such as Speeko to improve interpersonal skills and help your anxiety
- Record a presentation or short script and submit it in the app for feedback
- Now you can build up confidence using your voice
- Here are some tips and tools to communicate with clients in real-time
Physical Exercise
Feel good about yourself and distract from negative thinking and self-talk in the workplace
- Establish a workout routine that is a good balance between work and personal activities
- Use apps like Fitbit to track your activity, resting heart rate, steps taken throughout the day and sleep score
Keep a Diary
Write down your thoughts throughout the day, ideally the way you’re feeling at work, and keep track of your behavioral patterns
- Diaro is an app that can do this for you
- What are your triggers and how do I avoid them?
- Who is part of your support network at work?
Sleep Better
Lack of sleep can lead to frustration and being unable to focus, so your body needs to be at its best
- Use apps like Calm to help you relax your body as you close your eyes
- Relaxing bedtime stories and guided meditations will help you achieve relaxation
Focus on Passions
Anxiousness about work may lead you to doubt your abilities, but there are many ways for you to polish your existing skills and overcome that.
- Focus on confidence and self-improvement with the help of Udemy. The platform a library of courses at your convenience, and many are affordable.
You Can Seize Control of Social Anxiety
Always try to communicate your concerns with your manager, assistant manager, or somebody you trust, especially if it impacts your overall ability to work.
- No matter what you’re feeling, there is always support available to you.
Join a Supportive Community
Online communities can help with feelings of self-criticism and doubt at work
- Have discussions with other people who have similar struggles in the workplace
- Social Anxiety Support groups have a range of categories to get involved in including sections on how to cope, research, friendships, medication, arts and crafts, and more
Plan the Week
Decide what tasks you need to be completed each week, then create a series of blocks throughout the day to divide them.
- Try out the Tweek calendar app, and pay attention to your patterns. Take note of when you’re most proactive and jot down those times.
