Hello everyone,
I am starting a new job in about two weeks and my anxiety is getting to me. I am afraid that I won’t do good, that I won’t like it, or that I’m making a mistake. Im trying to tell myself that it’s an excellent opportunity and to just breathe.
Any tips?
Thanks guys!
Hey. This was me like an hour ago right before a phone interview. It was just a phone interview, and I was shaking from fear.
I am still a little shaky from nervousness and anxiety afterwards. It's okay to feel like this because in the end, you'll overcome it. My advice is to do two things, one being optional: breath slowly, pray (optional) and go for a walk.
Stand still, legs at shoulder apart, close your eyes and breath slowly. In through the nose and out through the mouth. Try 10 slow breaths, thinking only about your breathing, and once you're done, I recommend going out for a walk.
I was hesitant to say this but for me, I actually pray before I go for a walk. And that isn't you're thing, that's totally cool. I am not going to push anyone to nor do I every want to push people towards my religion. To me, it's a choice.
This is just my thing. When I am praying though, instead of saying things about my fear, I just say what I am thankful for.
A substitute for that is sampling thinking to yourself about what you are so thankful for. Job, food (I am so happy tacos exist), clothes, video games, board games, my family, music that makes me want to dance, and mostly overcoming all the depression and anxiety I had face previously. Thank that the last time you had anxiety, you were able to overcome it, and so for sure you will overcome this one too. Thank that the challenges so far that you've faced, you were able to overcome them too. This feeling is unwanted so tell it (the anxiety) that you are thankful for everything that you've faced so far and that you'll overcome this worry too.
You've accomplish a lot so far to get this job so for sure you will in the future. It's okay to feel nervous about this, but this is not who you are, remember that. It is a symptom. You've gone far so take one little step more to care of yourself cause you deserve it.
Good luck and don't hesitate to send me a message at chat if you every feel nervous about work again. I am going through it too so I got your back. We can overcome it.
Thank you so much for sharing.
Praying does help and it has definitely helped me in the past. I love walking too so I’ll makes sure to do that. Thanks you and good luck to you too. I will message you if I need anything! Thanks!
I am starting an internship in two weeks and I’m freaking out. I imagine myself going there and having a meltdown, not sleeping the night before and being out of my mind. I’m 39 and have worked for years but had a breakdown a year ago and still face daily anxiety.
Awww I totally understand. Having anxiety and brining something new to the table is challenging. We can just try our best right? Thank you for sharing. Good luck with your internship. Let’s TRY to think positive about it!
You are so right on, we can just try our best. I think we are just putting a lot of pressure on ourselves. Best of luck to you, just take one day at a time. Maybe exercise the day before so your body and brain are more relaxed when you go to bed and the endorphins are running.
Dear RaqXo,
The anxiety and fears of starting a new job is common for many. You’re definitely not alone there.
The company that has hired you has the impression that you’re a good fit for the job. Sure, it’s a risk for both the company and you that you’ll succeed at the job.
A year ago I was hired as an administrative assistant. I had very little to no training before and after I began the job. I had the anxiety and fear of, “Will I succeed at this?” “Will they like me?” And so on.
In time I figured out my job duties. If there was something I could not figure out, I asked for help. And I choose to carry a positive attitude on the job. In time, many of my coworkers have told me that I’m the best admin they’ve ever had. That sure made my day.
But before the job started and on the first day I was terrified. Over time it only got better and has been a positive experience. I’m optimistic your job will go well. For now, realize that you’re not alone when it comes to the fears of starting a new job.
Best,
MZj
You’re right, they did see things in me that they believe i am a good fit for the job. When i have anxiety my positive attitude goes down the drain but I’m going to try to exercise and also find little ways to ease my mind.
Im sure a lot of people go through this anxiety when it comes to new jobs. Thank you so much for your advice!! And congratulations for being awesome in your position.
Everybody gets nervous, I have been teaching for 25-years, and I still get nervous Everytime I start a blnew class. You will probably be an allstar
Hey girly, even regular folks get anxious about a new job, if you got hired its because they knew you were the best one for that position, YOU GOT THIS GIRL!!!! 💜💜💜 i got my pompoms ready to cheer for you on ur first day. 🌻🌻🌻
I am going through the same exact thing except I want a new job. I haven't gotten the opportunity to start a new one, but every time I apply get the same anxieties. Then I remember that new things are always scary. It's change and we don't know what is in store for us. We will never find out though if we don't take that leap of faith. We have to have faith, in ourselves, in others, in our religion. Without faith we are nothing.
I hope your new endeavors are good and bring you much happiness.
Have faith.
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