- I’ve found coping mechanisms to navigate challenges by talking to people and giving time. Quick conversations help reduce my anxiety about getting back on track with work and problems that need solving. Starting the day with a walk, coffee, and breakfast, followed by organizing my to-do list in the morning, helps me begin work without feeling behind. I’ve also learned that application processes become more manageable when you understand the perspective from the other side, allowing for smarter strategies that account for risk.