14/11/2025
As an anxiety expert who’s been down the rabbit hole of panic attacks and emerged with a treasure trove of tips, let’s address those office anxiety moments that can hold you back. Here’s how to stop an anxiety attack in just two minutes (or maybe less if you’re really skilled at it):
1. Stay Engaged: When anxiety strikes, it’s tempting to disappear, but unless you’re facing a bear (or your boss with a surprise meeting), stay put! Remaining where you are helps you tell your brain, “Hey, there’s no need to panic, unless the coffee machine is broken!”
2. Practice Deep Breathing: Instead of breathing like you’ve just run a marathon, switch to deep diaphragmatic breathing. Imagine you’re inflating a balloon: inhale for four seconds, hold for one, exhale for eight (and try not to float away!). Repeat a few times, and you’ll feel calmer, like you just realised it’s Friday, oh it is!
3. Challenge Your Thoughts: Grab a pen and write down what’s making you anxious. Then, play detective. Are those thoughts accurate, or have you turned a simple deadline into a zombie apocalypse?
Anxiety can creep up on you in the office like that coworker who “just needs a minute” of your time. But with these techniques, you can turn those moments of panic into opportunities for laughter and growth. You’ve got this—reframe, celebrate, and act 💪✨
