They micromanage.
They gaslight.
They manipulate, take credit, dodge blame, and smile in meetings like they’re your biggest supporter.
Toxic bosses aren’t just annoying—they are psychologically and spiritually harmful.
But why are there so many of them?
And why do we tolerate them for so long?
The Answer is Complex—but Not Surprising
Corporate systems were not built to nurture.
They were built to extract.
And many leaders rise not because they’re emotionally intelligent—but because they’re good at performance, politics, and preserving hierarchy.
Underneath the surface, many toxic bosses carry deep insecurity.
They use control to mask fear.
They dominate to avoid vulnerability.
They lead from wounding, not wisdom.
And yet—we often turn the blame inward.
We think “Maybe I’m the problem. Maybe I’m too sensitive.”
That’s the magic trick of a toxic system: it convinces you to betray yourself.
A New Way to See It
1. Stop personalizing dysfunction.
If you’re constantly confused, doubting yourself, or exhausted—it’s not you. It’s the system. Don’t second-guess or try to rationalise what you are experiencing or going through. If you feel that something is off and does not make you feel good – then it IS off.
2. Reclaim your inner authority.
Use your intuition as your compass, not their shifting expectations.
You don’t need to play small to keep the peace. Connect with your body and how you truly feel about some situations and dynamics.
If you’ve been stuck in a toxic work culture or had your self-esteem crushed by corporate dysfunction—
🔥 My book “Thriving in a Toxic Workplace” is part psychological decoding, part spiritual shield, part strategy guide.
