Toxic work environment? Follow these tips to protect yourself.

Pay attention to these tips to preserve your mental health in a toxic work environment.

Feeling surrounded by toxicity, negativity, or disrespect at your workplace? Is this environment affecting your mental health on various levels?

"Whether it's a temperamental boss, an irrational workload, or malicious coworkers, a toxic work environment can have a negative impact on your mental health, leading to high levels of stress, insomnia, or depression," as quoted on Notícias ao Minuto, citing the Healthline website. For more information, visit https://www.noticiasaominuto.com/lifestyle/2758060/se-trabalha-num-ambiente-toxico-atente-nestas-dicas-que-lhe-damos.

According to the same website, you should follow these tips to deal with a toxic work environment.

• "Remember, it's not your fault. Although having a positive attitude and a collaborative mindset can help in certain situations, remember that there is a lot you can do to improve the culture at work."

• "Take a lunch break somewhere else. This way you can leave the work environment for a while."

• Establish boundaries. Do not let them take away your right to have a lunch hour or ask you to work extra hours without receiving anything. Explain to your boss why you need to take breaks and days off to recharge and do your job well.

• Do not get involved in discussions. Try to distance yourself from any drama or gossip.

• Keep the focus on your goals. Do your best to stay in a positive state of mind. Remember that you won't stay in this job forever and there are better things ahead.

• "Have a post-work ritual. Do something after work to 'cleanse' yourself psychologically from negativity. Walk in nature, take a hot bath, or talk to friends."

• Keep some coworkers around. It's a good idea to keep some allies at work so they can trust and support each other.

• Do not compromise your values. If someone at work mistreats you, try not to respond in the same way. Usually, it only worsens the situation.

• Practice techniques to deal with stress. Yoga, meditation are some examples.

• Plan your exit. If the situation does not improve, start looking for a new job.

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