Managing Your Anxiety (HBR Emotional Intelligence Series)

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Make anxiety work for you. In today's fast-paced work environment, we often rush to meet deadlines, overextend ourselves for colleagues, and set high goals, leading to internalized stress and fear of failure. Anxiety, the most common mental disorder globally, manifests differently based on various factors like genetics and environment. However, it doesn't have to hinder your performance. When managed thoughtfully, anxiety can enhance resourcefulness, productivity, and creativity, fostering stronger connections with colleagues. This guide will help you differentiate between stress and anxiety, recognize your personal anxiety triggers, and respond with self-compassion. Drawing on the latest psychological research and expert advice, you'll learn to manage anxiety in everyday situations and during challenging times, explore mindfulness practices that suit you, and establish a support system for long-term management. The HBR Emotional Intelligence Series offers essential insights into the emotional aspects of professional life, providing research-backed strategies for handling difficult situations and promoting emotional well-being at work. These uplifting and practical resources are designed to help ambitious professionals master the social skills necessary for success.