What to say to your colleague when someone is anxious

If this is feeling like too much today, we can scale it back and revisit when you’re ready.

Why it works: Professional flexibility acknowledgment.

Let’s narrow this down to the one thing that matters most right now. We can tackle the rest later.

Why it works: Helps reduce overwhelm in work context.

We’ll figure this out together—no need to carry it all yourself.

Why it works: Collaborative reassurance.

No rush on this—focus on what you can handle right now. We can adjust timelines if needed.

Why it works: Professional reassurance without pressure.