Work is a source of professional development, a means of socialization and a source of satisfaction. However, work can also generate suffering when the person positions himself from the fear of error. Fear in the professional field produces a lot of psychological and emotional wear. In Psychology-Online we answer this question: "Why am I afraid to work?". In addition to identifying the different possible causes of this discomfort, we also help you overcome the situation to become your best version in the office. You are a unique and unrepeatable professional with much to contribute to the job market.
Once the causes of fear of work have been analyzed, then we give you ideas to overcome these fears through concrete actions:
- Normalize fears. Instead of exaggerating them until you are paralyzed, normalize those feelings of insecurity that everyone, even the most successful professionals, has experienced at some point. Positive fear can also be a consequence of the awareness of the responsibility of the duty fulfilled and of wanting these to live up to the expectations of the company.
- Look for emotional support at work. Generally, in a natural way, bonds of companionship arise at work. It is natural that you have a greater connection with some colleagues than with others. Those people who are your support in the office are an important pillar to face this fear. Think that, if at any time you have any questions about a task, you can ask for help.
- There are many companies and many different sectors. Therefore, trust that, at some point, you will not only find a position that you love, but also a company in which you develop as a happy professional. Good work experiences help you overcome your fear of work.
- Make a volunteer work associated with your professional work. The context of volunteering is free from the pressures associated with the company. For this reason, it is very possible that you enjoy your work and that you relax from other fears that negatively affect you in the office. In turn, this positive experience can also give you strength on a professional level.
- Observe situations from a temporal context. Sometimes the fears are so intense that they distress you because you see this scenario as immovable. Try to think that your experience in this company will have a beginning and an end. Therefore, it relativizes this situation from this perspective. And, also, do not take a passive role in the face of your fears. You can prepare an opposition, look for a job from home, develop an active job search plan... In short, do not observe your situation in a static but dynamic way.
- Cultivate other spheres of your life. The fear of work can paralyze you in such a way that your whole life revolves around this fear. Do leisure activities, practice physical exercise, disconnect from office tasks through relaxing activities at home. Your job is important but your life is much more than that job. Keep it in mind!
This article is merely informative, in Psychology-Online we do not have the power to make a diagnosis or recommend a treatment. We invite you to go to a psychologist to treat your particular case.
