Work stress - change of mindset?

[Anylurk]

I have a very busy stressful job and find myself feeling incredibly stressed and anxious all the time. All week I've felt on the verge of a panic attack.

I'm really trying to change my attitude to work and my reaction to stressful situations but it's not easy.

Has anyone been able to shift their attitude towards work and approach it from a different mental perspective? I.e. learn not to let the stress get to them?

How morally valuable do you consider your job?

I have an acutely stressful job. But also acutely morally valuable job. Sometimes at work I feel the fear. But most of the time I come home and think 'I fucking love my job' - regardless of how stressful and pressured by day has been. Mainly because of the massive importance of my job and difference it makes.

I used to have a different job. I left due to stress and burnout. So I think the answer is, find a job that in your core, you feel is morally very important.

I have struggled with this also OP and still do but try to keep it under control. What helps is perspective, my work is important but not life and death if something goes wrong it can usually be fixed. I also find that making sure you prioritise yourself, not taking on too much, pushing back when you need to, having breaks and having stronger boundaries in terms of working extra hours helps. You cannot do your best work if you are overwhelmed and stressed.

I struggle with this too. I find it hard not to ruminate/worry about work when I'm off. What helps is exercise, meditation, planning nice things to do when I'm not there. If you are on the verge of a panic attack though I think you need to maybe seek out counselling/other support. Listen to your body, it's telling you something important ❤️