Five Habits to End Toxic Situations | EP 100
Summary
In this conversation, I share five essential lessons for navigating toxic work environments, emphasizing the importance of recognizing toxic behavior, documenting interactions, avoiding gossip, and seeking professional support. I also emphasize the importance of what a good win looks like, regardless of the workplace.
Takeaways
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You want to avoid feeding the toxic person.
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Words like always and never are harmful in communication.
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Documenting interactions can protect you in toxic situations.
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Avoid gossip; it can lead to traps.
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Share your struggles with a therapist, not coworkers.
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Personal bias plays a significant role in workplace dynamics.
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Self-absorbed behavior can create toxic environments.
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Personal wins are more important than professional success.
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Practice and connection can transform personal relationships.
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Therapy can provide essential support in difficult times.
Sound Bites
"Don't feed the toxic person."
"Avoid words like always and never."
"Avoid gossip; it can trap you."
Chapters
00:00 Hi, I'm Paul!
00:23 Lesson 1
03:17 Lesson 2
05:31 Lesson 3
08:07 Lesson 4
10:01 Lesson 5
