203. Anxiety and Panic Attacks at Work: Practical Tools for Employees and Managers

Panic attacks in the workplace are a reality that many professionals experience, yet they remain surrounded by misunderstanding, stigma and uncertainty. In this podcast episode, I’m exploring what panic attacks are, why they can happen during professional situations, how employees can respond when experiencing one, and how managers can create workplaces where people feel supported and respected.I’m sharing my personal story with panic attacks and the lessons I’m taking from this experience. I’m reflecting on the connection between health, identity, performance and human resilience. Furthermore, I’m discussing practical strategies that can help you understand your body’s responses, communicate your needs, support colleagues and continue pursuing your professional goals.This episode is uncovering how panic attacks are not a sign of weakness or failure. Instead, they are a powerful reminder that human beings are not machines. Behind every professional achievement, every meeting, every presentation and every career milestone is a person with emotions, experiences and a unique story.You’re invited to listen to this episode to discover practical workplace strategies, compassionate leadership approaches and personal insights about navigating panic attacks with courage and self-awareness.If you have an opinion about this topic or if you would like to share your personal experience with panic attacks in the workplace, I would love to hear from you. Please send me an e-mail at coucou.goddess@gmail.com.REFERENCESAnxiety and Depression Association of America. (2026). Anxiety and Stress in the Workplace. Available at: https://adaa.org/managing-stress-anxiety-in-workplace/anxiety-disorders-in-workplaceKeil, J. (2026). Panic Attacks At Work: A Manager’s Guide. nilo. Available at: https://nilohealth.com/blog/panic-attacks-at-work-a-managers-guide/Lightfully Behavioral Health. (2025). 5 Tips for When You Experience a Panic Attack at Work. Available at: https://lightfully.com/5-tips-for-when-you-experience-a-panic-attack-at-work/Mindable Health. (2025). Panikattacken am Arbeitsplatz. Available at: https://www.mindable.health/en/blog/panikattacken-am-arbeitsplatzTherapy Group DC. (2025). Panic Attacks at Work. Available at: https://therapygroupdc.com/therapist-dc-blog/panic-attacks-at-work/