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Mum of two Anita Naik has been an agony aunt for 33 years

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Anxiety at work

Q I've done my job for five years but feel like I don't know anyone well or have anything to offer the team. I often get into a panic over even the simplest things. This worries me as some redundancies are coming up. How do I stay calm?

A It sounds like you're suffering from imposter syndrome, and your brain is fixating on gaps (real or imagined) and dismissing your skills, competence and experience at work. You need to talk to someone - a trusted colleague, a mentor, or a therapist - who can help reflect on your strengths and offer you strategies to manage your anxiety.

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