Stress at Work?
Stress with the Boss? Stress with Colleagues?
What You Can Do.

Coaching

Workplace

Conflict Resolution

September 15, 2025

Are you being blamed for mistakes you didn’t make? By a colleague or even by your boss? Are you being bypassed in important decisions? Is your competence being questioned or are you even being pressured with threats? Do you sometimes feel excluded? Do you feel like you’re walking on eggshells in your workplace? A small mistake becomes a big problem?

Such situations rarely remain without consequences: sleep disorders, constant tension, irritability, or the feeling of becoming smaller and smaller inside.

A Practical Example

Mr. Andreas (name and situation changed) came to coaching because he had been pressured by his supervisor for months. The boss called him at home even when he was still sick. He was expected to work during lunch breaks, the boss didn’t reduce the workload even though he felt unwell. The consequences: headaches, heart palpitations, inner restlessness.

In coaching, he learned to set clear boundaries and act confidently. Step by step, this also changed his boss’s attitude. Andreas regained respect – and over time, the physical and emotional complaints also subsided. Today he enjoys his work again.

What You Should Consider

There are ways to deal with such behavior. This includes:

Stay confident, even when it’s difficult.

Address specifically what’s wrong – with examples.

Document your work so you have support.

Seek supporters – internally or externally.

Know and protect your own boundaries.

But: Every step also carries risks. A confrontation can defuse the conflict – or escalate it. That’s why it’s important to be prepared and gain clarity about possible consequences.

A First Step

If you feel the pressure is overwhelming you: If you can’t change the situation, you still have the opportunity to protect yourself. Sometimes a new perspective is enough to feel better or to take the first step.

Do you have questions about this topic or would you like professional support?

Feel free to contact me

Steffen Bürger

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