Are You Anxious?

Learn how to transform nervousness into positive energy

What to expect?

Will they like me? Will I like them? Can I really do the job? Or will it be boring? Or was taking this job a big mistake?

Set expectations

Remember that everything will be fine. The first week or two is likely to be overwhelming but that’s ok. Take a deep breath and set reasonable expectations for your transition period.

They hired YOU

Remember that one of your biggest advantages is that they hired you! They are as anxious as you are for you to succeed. Everybody wants this to work.

Pyramid of peace

Start now practicing your daily climb up the pyramid of peace:

Stretch

Close your eyes

Take a deep breath

Visualize future success

Remember your past victories

If you feel the need, pray for peace

Consume positive, affirming messages

If you have a problem, seek good counsel

Before bed, drain your brain of negative thoughts

When you wake, fill your mind with very positive words

Giant steps forward

Finally exercise your personal power, love, and sound judgment. Be thinking of how you can help those around you. Soon, you will be converting jitters into giant steps forward.