If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right and still being told you’re not enough — this is for you.
In this honest and personal livestream, I share my story as a Black woman navigating a toxic work culture that tried to gaslight me into silence. We talk about early conditioning, manipulation at work, the emotional toll of being underestimated, and how to wake up, reclaim your value, and plan your exit without losing yourself.
🔥 You’re not crazy.
✨ You’re not lazy.
💼 You’re just in a system that benefits when you doubt yourself.
Let’s talk about how to break the cycle.
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♡ t i m e s t a m p s
0:00 start
0:49 Intro & set up
TOPIC: Recognizing toxic work environments
1:35 current personal experiences at work
2:40 the role of early school in current work dynamics
4:00 the tea
9:30 dealing with other people’s opinions
12:31 unpacking “you don’t do anything”
13:10 Why this matters
16:20 reflecting on my current role
21:17 why we don’t recognize a toxic work environment
22:18 what happens when you reject the toxic environment programming
23:53 why people over exert themselves
24:17 navigating tiered opinions
25:59 tea
27:54 q&a chat : value based on different roles
32:02 the benefit of having a masters in library science (FREEDOM)
34:13 q&a chat: how to not get sanctioned and plan your escape
35:28 short term disability
38:30 q&a chat: not a role model, child
39:50 why people are mean at work
42:50 there’s nothing wrong with you
43:40 how my medical has helped me
46:16 importance of working on your own projects
48:25 soft life girly
51:00 Motivational Message / midweek inspiration
54:58 Main takeaway
57:28 why we’re not quitting
59:45 closing
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Intro & Outro: 318tae - Honest
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