When doing business, do not let your anxieties get the best
of you in the business world. It is important to know how
to handle your anxieties and stresses. As a result, here is
a list of techniques and suggestions on what to do in managing
your business related stresses and anxieties.
When facing a current or upcoming task that overwhelms you
with a lot of anxiety, the first thing you can do is to divide
the task into a series of smaller steps. Completing these
smaller tasks one at a time will make the stress more manageable
and increases your chances of success.
Sometimes we get stressed out when everything happens all
at once. When this happens, a person should take a deep breathe
and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their
mind off of the problem. A person could get some fresh air,
listen to some music, or do an activity that will give them
a fresh perspective on things.
Sometimes we encounter a scary situation that gets us all
upset. When encountering these events, always remember to
get all of the facts of the given situation. Gathering the
facts can prevent us from relying on exaggerated and fearful
assumptions. By focusing on the facts, a person can rely on
what is reality and what is not.
A technique that is very helpful is to have a small notebook
of positive statements that make us feel good. Whenever you
come across an affirmation that makes you feel good, write
it down in a small notebook that you can carry around with
you in your pocket. Whenever you feel depressed, open up your
small notebook and read those statements.
Sometimes, it helps to be able to talk to someone about our
stressful situations. Talking to a trusted friend, counselor,
or clergyman can not only make us feel better, but they might
be able to give you additional advice and insights on how
to deal with your current problem.
Although I am a layman and not a professional I have interviewed
many psychologists and clergyman and I have over fifteen years
of experience in dealing with fear. Dealing with our persistent
fears is not easy, however there are many helpful resources
available to us if you look hard enough.
Stan Popovich is the author of "A Layman's Guide
to Managing Fear” an easy to read book that presents
a overview of techniques that are effective in managing
persistent fears and anxieties. For additional information
go to: http://www.managingfear.com
