
How to Deal with Difficult Coworkers
05/29/24 • 12 min
Having a difficult coworker can be challenging and interfere with your work satisfaction and possibly make it more difficult for you to get your own work done. We spend much of our time at work, therefore it can be powerful to know what to do when you have a difficult coworker, because sometimes just ignoring it or hoping it will get better isn’t enough. In this episode, we’ll explore practical ways for you to deal with a difficult coworker so you can feel more of a sense of peace at work.
In this episode, you will learn:
- Actionable steps to manage difficult coworkers
- Simple mindset shifts to improve your peace at work
- How to practice emotional wellness in order to improve your resiliency when handling conflict at work
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Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within.
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INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead
DISCLAIMER
All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.
*Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.
Having a difficult coworker can be challenging and interfere with your work satisfaction and possibly make it more difficult for you to get your own work done. We spend much of our time at work, therefore it can be powerful to know what to do when you have a difficult coworker, because sometimes just ignoring it or hoping it will get better isn’t enough. In this episode, we’ll explore practical ways for you to deal with a difficult coworker so you can feel more of a sense of peace at work.
In this episode, you will learn:
- Actionable steps to manage difficult coworkers
- Simple mindset shifts to improve your peace at work
- How to practice emotional wellness in order to improve your resiliency when handling conflict at work
++++++++
Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within.
++++++++
JOIN THE CALMLY COPING GROUP: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping
SUBMIT A MESSAGE, QUESTION, COMMENT OR SUGGESTION TO THE PODCAST: https://calmlycoping.com/message
Want more?
WORK WITH ME: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me
TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ: http://hfaquiz.com
MY FAVORITE TOOLS:
Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd
Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081
SAY HI ON SOCIAL:
Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/
Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc
INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead
DISCLAIMER
All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.
*Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.
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WORK WITH ME: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me
JOIN THE CALMLY COPING GROUP: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping
TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ: http://hfaquiz.com
MY FAVORITE TOOLS:
Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd
Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081
SAY HI ON SOCIAL:
Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/
Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc
INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead
DISCLAIMER
All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.
*Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.
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SUBMIT A MESSAGE, QUESTION, COMMENT OR SUGGESTION TO THE PODCAST: https://calmlycoping.com/message
Want more?
WORK WITH ME: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me
JOIN THE CALMLY COPING GROUP: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping
TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ: http://hfaquiz.com
MY FAVORITE TOOLS:
Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd
Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081
SAY HI ON SOCIAL:
Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/
Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc
INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead
DISCLAIMER
All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.
*Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.
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