My Manager Puts Me Down, What Do I Do? (Ask Christa! S6E72)

SummaryIn this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses how to handle a boss who belittles and demeans employees, focusing on strategies for emotional relief, understanding power dynamics, and seeking resources.Key Takeaways·       Power dynamics set the groundwork for abuse in the workplace·       There are strategies for emotional relief and support·       Understand your resources and policies for addressing toxic behaviorAdditional ResourcesAsk Christa! (2026, January 29). My boss belittles my Co-Worker, What should I do? (Ask Christa! . . . [Video]. Ask Christa! https://www.askchrista.com/my-boss-belittles-my-co-worker-what-should-i-do-ask-christa-s6e63/Ask Christa! (2025, June 17). Ask Christa! How Do I Stop Putting Up with Bad Behavior (Put-Dow. . . [Video]. Ask Christa! https://www.askchrista.com/ask-christa-how-do-i-stop-putting-up-with-bad-behavior-put-downs-at-work-s2e17/De Vries, M. F. R. K. (2024, June 18). How to handle a toxic boss. INSEAD Knowledge. https://knowledge.insead.edu/career/how-handle-toxic-bossJennifer Brick. (2025, June 3). How to Deal with a Toxic Boss When You Can’t QUIT [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkMHaLD8ln0TEDx Talks. (2026, March 23). How to handle a bad boss | Natalie Parker | TEDxParrish Street [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U86LLzZUjVw---------------------Ask Christa! Business Questions, Straight Answers, Real Impact© 2025 - Present Christa Dhimo in partnership with Impono LLC and 21st Century Strategies. Ask Christa! has a pending Trademark. All Rights Reserved.I record and produce my podcasts using Riverside and their music library for subscribers.Links:Ask Christa!: https://www.askchrista.com/Contact & Booking: https://christadhimo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christadhimo/Disclaimer The Ask Christa! show is designed to provide accurate and practical insights into common business challenges and workplace issues. Dr. Christa Dhimo stands by the information she shares and the resources she provides; however, every situation is unique. Listeners are encouraged to use this podcast as a helpful resource while also seeking additional, qualified, professional advice, including but not limited to legal, financial, medical, or other professional advice, as warranted. Ask Christa! and its host disclaim liability for actions taken solely on the basis of the information provided here, especially if taken out of context.