The Anxious Achiever
When Anxiety Sneaks Up on You, Try Something Different
May 1, 2024
Emma Seppala, lecturer at Yale, shares insights on managing workplace anxiety by trying new behaviors like moving around and avoiding doom scrolling. She discusses overcoming self-loathing with self-compassion, breaking the cycle of burnout, and the importance of embracing emotions in the workplace for overall well-being.
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Quick takeaways
- Address anxiety by asking 'What do I need right now?' instead of engaging in self-criticism.
- Start the day with breath work like Sky Breath Meditation to build resilience against anxiety.
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Understanding Anxiety and Taking Action
When facing anxious moments at work, instead of engaging in typical anxious behaviors, listeners are encouraged to pause and ask themselves, 'What do I need right now?' By recognizing their needs, individuals can address their anxiety effectively. Emma Sepula, a lecturer at Yale, emphasizes the importance of psychological self-awareness and suggests allowing valuable emotions to be experienced rather than suppressed to achieve freedom from self-destructive beliefs and behaviors.
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