 Job anxiety is a type of anxiety disorder related to work or the fear of not doing well at work. It can show up in the body as sweating, shaking, and a faster heart rate, and it can also show up in the mind as constant worry and bad thoughts. It can range in severity, with most people experiencing very mild symptoms and disruption to very severe dysfunction where people may want to avoid work altogether. But what causes anxiety at work? People worry about their jobs for many different reasons. Some of the most common ones are, fear of losing their job, pressure to perform well, too much work, bad relationships with co-workers or bosses, lack of control over their job or workload. Job anxiety can have physical and mental effects, which can significantly affect a person's quality of life. Physical effects can include headaches, unexplained pain that won't go away, tiredness, and trouble sleeping. Some mental effects are negative thoughts, worry, and depression. Work performance and productivity go down. Relationships with co-workers and family get tense. You can't enjoy your hobbies and free time as much. Job anxiety can be hard to deal with, but there are a few things you can do to help. Use mindfulness, prayer or relaxation techniques. These can be a great source of comfort during hard patches. They can also help you deal with negative thoughts and reduce stress. Talk to a therapist or a qualified coach. Get clarity on where you want your life to go. Set goals that you can reach and put tasks in order of importance. This can help you feel more in control of your work and less stressed. Set up a healthy work-life balance. This can help you feel less stressed and keep a positive attitude. Learn about anxiety and how to handle it. You might want to take an online course to help you handle your anxiety. Keep in touch with friends and family, isolating yourself while tempting won't help. Make sure to stay social and have fun when you can. Focus on the present moment. Try not to ruminate and think about bad things that happened in the past or could happen in the future. Instead, think about the tasks and activities you can handle right now. Listen, we get you. You are not alone. We are no strangers to job anxiety. Many of us have experienced job anxiety at one point or another. Job anxiety can be hard to deal with, but you can lessen its effect on your life and feel more in control if you take steps to deal with the stress, prioritize tasks, and get help. Remember to be kind to yourself. If you need help, don't hesitate to ask for it.