Published on Nov 04, 2025 | 7:38 AM
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Anxiety doesn’t wait for a “good time.” It can strike during a meeting, while you’re checking emails, or even in the middle of a presentation. For many people, managing symptoms in the workplace feels especially overwhelming—you want relief, but you also want to stay professional and composed. The good news? There are simple, science-backed hacks you can use right where you are, without drawing attention to yourself.
When anxiety spikes, your nervous system goes into “fight-or-flight” mode. Heart rate increases, breathing quickens, and your body prepares as if there’s a threat—even if the stressor is just your inbox.
Box breathing is a quick way to calm that response:
Inhale for 4 seconds
Hold for 4 seconds
Exhale for 4 seconds
Hold for 4 seconds
Repeat the cycle 3–4 times. Within a minute, your heart rate slows, oxygen levels stabilize, and your brain shifts into a calmer state. The best part? You can do it at your desk without anyone noticing.
Anxiety often pulls you into the “what ifs” of the future or replays of the past. Grounding brings you back to the present moment, which helps break the cycle of racing thoughts.
Try the 5-4-3-2-1 method:
5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste
This sensory reset interrupts anxious spirals and helps you feel more anchored. It’s discreet enough to practice during a break, at your desk, or even while walking between meetings.
Stress hormones build up in the body. Movement is one of the fastest ways to reset them. Even two minutes of stretching, standing, or walking can:
Lower cortisol
Improve circulation
Release endorphins that balance mood
Set a calendar reminder to step away from your screen every couple of hours. Not only will this help manage anxiety, but it also boosts focus and productivity.
Each of these strategies helps interrupt the cycle of anxiety by calming the body first. Once the body is calm, the mind often follows. While these tools won’t eliminate anxiety completely, they give you a quick, effective way to manage symptoms in the moment—without leaving work or waiting until the day is over.
Daily tools are helpful, but if anxiety feels overwhelming or constant, it may be time to talk with a provider. Confidential telehealth visits make it easy to get support without taking time off or sitting in a crowded waiting room. Therapy, medication, or a combination of both may offer long-term relief.
👉 Anxiety is real—but so are tools to manage it. And if you need more support, CallOnDoc is just a click away.
Shelly House, FNP, is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Call-On-Doc’s trusted medical education voice. With extensive experience in telehealth and patient-centered care, Ms. House is dedicated to making complex health topics simple and accessible. Through evidence-based content, provider collaboration, and a passion for empowering patients, her mission is to break down barriers to healthcare by delivering clear, compassionate, and practical medical guidance.
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