"When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." I would start by setting clear boundaries and communicating my needs assertively to ensure a healthy working relationship. Staying organized and creating a structured plan helps maintain productivity despite the added pressure. I would also prioritize self-care by taking regular breaks and engaging in stress-relief activities. Seeking support from colleagues and fostering a collaborative team environment can provide a sense of camaraderie and shared responsibility. Additionally, keeping a record of all interactions protects your work and clarifies expectations. Finally, focusing on the positives and celebrating small wins can help maintain morale and keep things in perspective.

Dealing with a controlling project manager can be frustrating, but clear communication is your best tool. Proactively share updates so they feel informed and less inclined to micromanage. If their control feels overwhelming, address it tactfully by asking how you can best align with their expectations. Focus on your work, maintain your boundaries, and remind yourself that their behavior often stems from their own insecurities, not your capabilities.

I would always be interested in knowing whether this was a pattern or the person was just demonstrating this behavior towards me. I think it's a lot easier to take it less personallY If it's a pattern and try to understand that the manager is a very anxious person with a need to control. Might try to be reassuring in that case . If I thought it were directed towards me exclusively, I would like to find out exactly what the person was concerned about that required such scrutiny. You want to be pretty sure that you didn't give the person reason for concern before opening up that can of worms. But better to clear the air. If there is a personality conflict, that could be very difficult to manage. Must first assess what's behind the behavior.