Miche Lin Star
@simplymichelinstar.bsky.social
Desk Diaries to Deep Breaths
Toxic Work Chronicles | Storyteller | Content Creator
http://linktr.ee/simplymichelinstar/
Toxic Work Chronicles | Storyteller | Content Creator
http://linktr.ee/simplymichelinstar/
Ready to survive the chaos of toxic workplaces? Check out my latest series on Desk Diaries to Deep Breaths—where I unpack office madness and share real strategies to protect your mental health.
It's all about reclaiming your space and sanity.
Catch the latest post: substack.com/@simplymiche...
It's all about reclaiming your space and sanity.
Catch the latest post: substack.com/@simplymiche...
March 5, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Ready to survive the chaos of toxic workplaces? Check out my latest series on Desk Diaries to Deep Breaths—where I unpack office madness and share real strategies to protect your mental health.
It's all about reclaiming your space and sanity.
Catch the latest post: substack.com/@simplymiche...
It's all about reclaiming your space and sanity.
Catch the latest post: substack.com/@simplymiche...
We’re about to set the clocks forward an hour… I think I’ll just go ahead and set mine forward five years. Maybe by then, we’ll all have a better sense of direction. #DaylightSavingTime
March 5, 2025 at 4:17 AM
We’re about to set the clocks forward an hour… I think I’ll just go ahead and set mine forward five years. Maybe by then, we’ll all have a better sense of direction. #DaylightSavingTime
Productivity vs. Paycheck" graph—visual proof that your effort is on an Olympic sprint while your salary is taking a leisurely stroll.
February 28, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Productivity vs. Paycheck" graph—visual proof that your effort is on an Olympic sprint while your salary is taking a leisurely stroll.
Today’s economic blackout isn’t just about skipping your morning coffee run—it’s about calling out the corporations that squeeze employees dry while hoarding record profits. If one day of not spending can send a message, imagine what real accountability could do.
February 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Today’s economic blackout isn’t just about skipping your morning coffee run—it’s about calling out the corporations that squeeze employees dry while hoarding record profits. If one day of not spending can send a message, imagine what real accountability could do.
"Dear Management, Effective immediately, I will no longer be participating in the group delusion that this job is worth my sanity."
February 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
"Dear Management, Effective immediately, I will no longer be participating in the group delusion that this job is worth my sanity."
"Dear HR, I regret to inform you that I have found employment where my soul won’t be slowly crushed like a tin can in a trash compactor."
February 28, 2025 at 2:48 AM
"Dear HR, I regret to inform you that I have found employment where my soul won’t be slowly crushed like a tin can in a trash compactor."
I'm absolutely positive that my coworkers mentality is that the work fascinates them. So much so that they can sit and simply just stare at it for hours.
February 24, 2025 at 7:50 PM
I'm absolutely positive that my coworkers mentality is that the work fascinates them. So much so that they can sit and simply just stare at it for hours.
I don't like to think before I speak. I like to be just as surprised as
everyone else about what comes out of
my mouth.
everyone else about what comes out of
my mouth.
February 24, 2025 at 7:49 PM
I don't like to think before I speak. I like to be just as surprised as
everyone else about what comes out of
my mouth.
everyone else about what comes out of
my mouth.
Self-care is important. That’s why when I tell you to go f*ck yourself, just know—it’s coming from a place of love.
February 24, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Self-care is important. That’s why when I tell you to go f*ck yourself, just know—it’s coming from a place of love.
People might try to guilt-trip you for saying ‘no,’ but honestly, it’s one of the best things you can do for your peace of mind. Protecting your energy isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. Don’t feel bad for putting yourself first. You’re not a superhero, you’re human.
February 22, 2025 at 3:13 PM
People might try to guilt-trip you for saying ‘no,’ but honestly, it’s one of the best things you can do for your peace of mind. Protecting your energy isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. Don’t feel bad for putting yourself first. You’re not a superhero, you’re human.
Question: Which of your five senses tends to diminish as you get older?
Answer: My sense of decency.
Answer: My sense of decency.
February 21, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Question: Which of your five senses tends to diminish as you get older?
Answer: My sense of decency.
Answer: My sense of decency.
If at first you don’t succeed… try, try again (and again, and again, and—sigh).
February 20, 2025 at 11:38 PM
If at first you don’t succeed… try, try again (and again, and again, and—sigh).
What’s a dating ick you didn’t know you had until it happened?
February 19, 2025 at 3:41 PM
What’s a dating ick you didn’t know you had until it happened?
I don’t meet the height requirements for riding your emotional roller coaster.
February 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
I don’t meet the height requirements for riding your emotional roller coaster.
When the ‘team’ in teamwork stands for ‘Toxic Employees And unnecessary Meetings.’
February 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
When the ‘team’ in teamwork stands for ‘Toxic Employees And unnecessary Meetings.’
If your job was a reality TV show, what would the title be?
February 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
If your job was a reality TV show, what would the title be?
Can’t afford your mood swings—self-care budget’s already maxed out.
February 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Can’t afford your mood swings—self-care budget’s already maxed out.
I can tell by your rude demeanor and sarcastic undertones that we would be friends.
February 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
I can tell by your rude demeanor and sarcastic undertones that we would be friends.
I put in my two weeks’ notice via an ALL staff email but I didn’t stop there. I laid out every toxic, corrupt thing going on, called out management on their nonsense, and hit SEND. Corporate chaos ensued.
Did I show up for my final two weeks? Absolutely not.
Would I do it again? 10/10, no regrets.
Did I show up for my final two weeks? Absolutely not.
Would I do it again? 10/10, no regrets.
February 17, 2025 at 1:16 PM
I put in my two weeks’ notice via an ALL staff email but I didn’t stop there. I laid out every toxic, corrupt thing going on, called out management on their nonsense, and hit SEND. Corporate chaos ensued.
Did I show up for my final two weeks? Absolutely not.
Would I do it again? 10/10, no regrets.
Did I show up for my final two weeks? Absolutely not.
Would I do it again? 10/10, no regrets.
Vacation me is a whole different person. Waking up at 6 AM for excursions? Absolutely. Walking 12 miles sightseeing? Yes, please.
Back home? I need a nap after folding laundry.
Back home? I need a nap after folding laundry.
February 17, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Vacation me is a whole different person. Waking up at 6 AM for excursions? Absolutely. Walking 12 miles sightseeing? Yes, please.
Back home? I need a nap after folding laundry.
Back home? I need a nap after folding laundry.
Be the reason someone smiles today. Or the reason they drink-whatever works.
February 16, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Be the reason someone smiles today. Or the reason they drink-whatever works.