In a Hostile Work Environment, Be the Boss of You - Sterling Career Concepts

In a Hostile Work Environment, Be the Boss of You In a Hostile Work Environment, Be the Boss of You Sometimes we can find ourselves in a hostile work environment.    It’s important to remember that you should only do or say things that align with your chosen core values, whether those requests come from within, or someone else. When you find yourself in an unhealthy or toxic work environment, here are 3 quick ways to regain your autonomy, and ensure that you maintain a healthy degree of sovereignty… Acknowledge Your Feelings.  Check in and ask yourself if you are mad, sad, glad, scared, ashamed, or anything similar. If your dominant feelings are uplifting, you’re moving in the right direction. If you’re feeling consistently angry, sad, scared or ashamed, you’re probably living out of integrity with your core values, and trying to please someone else. Acknowledge Yourself.  You’re amazing. You’re an extraordinary human being…and sometimes you forget that. When you forget, you seek validation from others, and probably give up your power in order to get it. Acknowledge the gold you see in yourself, and remind yourself what you love about you. Soon you’ll feel more powerful and centered, so you can regain the reins on your life, and make choices that serve you best. Communicate Your Boundaries.  When your values are being compromised to the point of discomfort, unhappiness or resentment, it is time to set some boundaries.   When doing so,   communicate clearly, calmly, firmly, respectfully, and in as few words as possible. Do not justify, get angry, or apologize for the boundary you are setting. You are not responsible for the other person’s reaction to the boundary you are setting. You are only responsible for communicating your boundary in a respectful manner. You’re a powerhouse. Let the world know, not by dominating others, but by honoring yourself.