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Anonymous

September 18,2021 at 5:05AM UTC

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Help! I am in a toxic work environment, but have to stay for financial reasons until I can find another job. I try to stay away from the toxic coworkers, but they find a reason to keep coming in my orbit.

P.S. HR is not helpful, and supervisor is one of the key players

Trying to hang on.... any suggestions

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AnonymousSeptember 18,2021 at 5:17AM UTC
Boundaries. If they can find ways into your orbit you can certainly find ways out of their's.
Get more involved in your life outside of work so your work environment doesn't affect you so strongly. Create a full and joyful life outside of work. Have plenty of activities, hobbies and connections that fill you up with wonder and joy.
It's pretty hard to fall victim to toxicity when you have an amazing life.
This is the best solution.
AnonymousSeptember 18,2021 at 8:40PM UTC
Love this advice! It actually made me smile. The toxic love to be around each other and gossip. I love to be around my boyfriend and friends. Small minded people
AnonymousSeptember 18,2021 at 5:52PM UTC
Keep focused on your work. Come in when needed, stay in your lane, etc.
When the toxicity comes, ignore them. Tell them you are busy, have deadlines, etc.
I'd avoid at all costs and not get involved.
Every organization has toxicity in one form or another
AnonymousSeptember 18,2021 at 8:40PM UTC
They started recording meetings and are viewing them to write down your comments.... amazingly sick!