C077 — Managing Workplace Anxiety

Module One: Getting Started
• Icebreaker
• Housekeeping Items
• The Parking Lot
• Workshop Objectives

Module Two: Types of Anxiety
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Social Anxiety
• Panic Disorder
• Phobias
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• Practical Illustration
• Module Two: Review Questions

Module Three: Physical Symptoms
• Rapid Heartbeat
• Panic Attack
• Headache
• Trembling or Shaking
• Digestive Discomfort
• Practical Illustration
• Module Three: Review Questions

Module Four: Anxiety Triggers
• Fear of the Unknown
• Fear of Conflict or Confrontation
• Holding in Feelings
• Public Speaking
• Perfectionism
• Practical Illustration
• Module Four: Review Questions

Module Five: Anxiety vs. Nervousness
• Determining the Cause
• The Duration of Symptoms
• Intensity of Symptoms
• Interfering With Life
• Levels of Anxiety
• Practical Illustration
• Module Five: Review Questions

Module Six: Recognizing Anxiety in Others
• Avoiding Social Situations
• Difficulty Accepting Negative Feedback
• Difficulty Focusing on Tasks
• Irrational Fears
• Offering Support
• Practical Illustration
• Module Six: Review Questions

Module Seven: Coping Strategies (I)
• Keeping a Journal
• Power of Positive Thinking
• Creating a “Me” Place
• Establish Attainable Goals
• 3-3-3 Rule
• Practical Illustration
• Module Seven: Review Questions

Module Eight: Coping Strategies (II)
• Talk With Friends and Family
• Get Enough Sleep
• Eating Well and Exercise
• Breathing Exercises
• Begin Small and Build Up to Larger Challenges
• Practical Illustration
• Module Eight: Review Questions

Module Nine: Acknowledge the Situation
• It’s OK to Make a Mistake
• Accept the Situation, and Move On
• Ending the Cycle
• Identify the Trigger
• You’re Not Alone
• Practical Illustration
• Module Nine: Review Questions

Module Ten: The Positive Aspects
• Alerts Us to Danger
• Improves Self-Awareness
• Great Motivator
• Prevent Mistakes
• Empathetic and Understanding
• Practical Illustration
• Module Ten: Review Questions

Module Eleven: When to Seek Extra Help?
• Feeling Overwhelmed
• Physical Changes
• Unable to Work or Function
• Experiencing Panic Attacks
• Feelings of Irritability
• Practical Illustration
• Module Eleven: Review Questions

Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
• Words from the Wise
• Review of Parking Lot
• Lessons Learned
• Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations

Understanding stress’s effects on performance helps staff respond confidently. Participants may stay productive while dealing with anxiety in the workplace with this workshop’s awareness, communication, and emotional control. Leaders and teams learn to calmly handle difficulties and improve work culture using practical tools and helpful tactics.

Organizations can also use team building courses to build trust and collaboration.