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High anxiety over job interview

myfreedom1 June 14th, 2015

I am so stressed over a job interview I have tomorrow. My last job I worked at for almost 15 years and lost it due to family problems. I have not worked for over 1 year and need this really bad. I haven't been to a job interview in over 15 years. Things are so different.frown

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Eme June 14th, 2015

I just got through 3 rounds of job interviews for one job so I know how you feel! My anxiety was through the roof! Just try to force yourself to take deep breaths in the minute leading up to it, I'm sure you'll excel!

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myfreedom1 OP June 14th, 2015

Good God! I hope I don't have to go through 3 rounds.frown

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pandaxia June 14th, 2015

Practice active relaxation! It really helps. Remember, they want to give you the job not stop you getting it. Good luck!

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myfreedom1 OP June 15th, 2015

Thanks. I never thought of it that way.smiley

myfreedom1 OP June 16th, 2015

I did as you suggested and I got the job. Thank you.

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yellowGrapes8131 July 5th, 2015


I have been dealing with panic attacks since I was in the 8th grade, I have developed anxiety and social anxiety as well within the last 3 years. Some days are worse that others and some days are better. However I have found a way to cope and control my anxiety and panic attacks at least to a certain extent. And although I am not 100 percent cured It has helped me out tremendously and I am starting to get ahold of myself.

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pete1986 July 7th, 2015

I have had anxiety for the last 15 years and worked for 14 years at a company with my dad and brother. I recently lost my job and the thought of getting a new job petrifies me. I don't even know where to look as my anxiety is quite bad, the thought of an interview scares me but i just want to find a job that fits me and my anxiety. I am no good with new people and new surroundings. I was wondering if, firstly, anyone has any advice and, secondly, if there are any agencies or job sites for people in the UK, with anxiety so i am not feeling as bad. Its not as easy to find a new job as a normal person due to my stress, anxiety and nervousness.

Any help would be great.

Thanks

Pete