A Note From Deanne
Whether your job is new or one you've had for years, anxious thoughts can get in the way of work enjoyment and effectiveness.
This week's tip addresses the fear that you'll get fired because you don't perceive yourself as being as talented or capable in your job as you'd like to be. Read on to turn this worry around and ease your mind. Enjoy!
Dedicated to your success,
Anxiety Tip
Soothing Work Fears
Most of us can relate to the work fear: "Everyone is going to find out that I'm not as talented or capable as they think I am and I'll get fired."
Here's why this anxious thought is false:
You are probably feeling anxious because you are expecting yourself to be the best person that's done this job ever, in any universe.
In other words, you're expecting more from yourself than your boss and coworkers are expecting. You have unrealistic self-expectations. Remember, you wouldn't have the job if you did not show some ability and talent to be successful at it.
Replace worry with fact with these positive turnaround statements. Remind yourself that:
"The fact that I don't know it ALL doesn't mean I'm untalented. I AM talented and competent."
"It's OK to ask if I have questions or need help."
"I am in the learning process of mastering this job. I am improving every day."
"People aren't fired for being imperfect. My coworkers and boss aren't perfect and they still have THEIR jobs. So why would my situation be any different? The company has a vested interest in helping me succeed."
Try using index cards to help you practice your positive self-talk. Write the anxious thought on the front of the card, and several turnaround statements on the back. Take the index cards with you in your purse or briefcase. Whenever you start telling yourself anxious thoughts about work, you'll have the tools you need right in front of you.
About Deanne
Deanne Repich - Founder and director of the National Institute of Anxiety and Stress, Inc., is an internationally known anxiety educator, teacher, author, and former sufferer who has helped tens of thousands of anxiety sufferers in more than 40 countries to reclaim their lives from anxiety, stress, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, anxiety attacks and social anxiety.
She is the creator of the Conquer Anxiety Success Program, author of more than seventy articles, and publisher of the Anxiety-Free Living printed Newsletter for anxiety sufferers. She is a Member of Mental Health America and the Anxiety Disorders Association of America.
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