If you have ever experienced a knot of stress in your stomach while at work, you’re not alone. It’s helpful to identify and name the emotions and anxieties you feel in the workplace. According to Tanisha Ranger, a clinical psychologist from Nevada, anxiety stems from a fear of the future and a sense of impending disaster. It’s a feeling that something bad is about to happen, without being able to pinpoint exactly what it is. HuffPost spoke to various therapists about the common work archetypes rooted in anxiety. The first step to overcoming work worries is understanding where they originate from. Below are some personality traits associated with work-related anxiety:
1. Perfectionism: Many people view being a perfectionist as a positive trait, but in reality, it can be a form of anxiety. Perfectionists tend to have high expectations for themselves and others, often aiming for everything to go their way. This can lead to a solo approach to work projects, as they believe their way is the best way. However, striving for perfection is unattainable, and perfectionists may suffer from low self-esteem and fear of failure. To combat this, it’s important to practice self-compassion and reevaluate impossibly high standards.
2. People-Pleasing: Being known as the person who always says yes and helps others may seem positive, but it can become harmful when it comes at the cost of your own well-being. People-pleasing is driven by a fear of what others may think or do. The anxiety of disappointing someone or being seen as unhelpful can lead to an inability to set boundaries. To reduce people-pleasing tendencies, it’s important to prioritize your own needs and politely decline when necessary.
3. Procrastination: Avoiding tasks and responsibilities at work may be a sign of underlying anxiety. Whether it’s avoiding social situations or difficult conversations, procrastination only fuels anxiety in the long run. Breaking down overwhelming projects into smaller tasks can help manage anxiety and make work more manageable.
4. Micromanagement: Micromanagers often have a strong need for control, which can be rooted in anxiety. The fear of things going wrong or being blamed for mistakes leads to excessive control and involvement in every task. This micromanagement may stem from a childhood where the individual felt responsible but powerless. To combat micromanagement tendencies, it’s important to evaluate the track record of employees and trust in their abilities before intervening.
5. Busyness: The need to be involved in everyone’s business at work may stem from a fear of not being liked or accepted if one does not engage in social activities. The belief that people only value others based on their usefulness can lead to a constant need to be busy and involved. It’s important to recognize that one’s worth is not solely determined by the tasks they perform and to prioritize self-care over constant busyness.
It’s worth noting that these personality traits exist on a spectrum, and having a predisposition towards one does not mean it will always manifest.
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