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Things I Scream In My Head At Work

How to Survive a Toxic Workplace Without Losing Your Mind

Amelia Oliver-Lilly

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Upload Makers Publishing
01 March 2026
For anyone stuck in a toxic workplace dealing with difficult coworkers, bad bosses, and endless meetings.

How to stay sane in a toxic workplace full of difficult coworkers, clueless bosses, office politics, and meetings that should be an email, while your mouth keeps saying ""sounds good"" and your brain's yelling ""are you f
*cking kidding me"".

Survive toxic coworkers, clueless bosses, and office politics without losing your mind Speak up without spiraling, apologizing, or overexplaining Set boundaries that stick without feeling rude or guilty Handle meetings, emails, and ""quick questions"" that hijack your whole day Use simple scripts to say no, push back, and stay professional without being a doormat

Things I Scream In My Head At Work

If you've ever sat in a meeting thinking, ""Why am I still here?"" you're in the right place. This is a brutally relatable survival guide for anyone stuck in a workplace that drains your energy, tests your patience, and makes you question your sanity by 10:17am.

This isn't a corporate self-help book that tells you to ""practice gratitude"" while your workload explodes. It's practical, plain-English advice with humor, real talk, and tactics you can actually use when a ""quick urgent thing"" lands at 4:58pm on a Friday and you feel your soul leave your body.

Why this book

Toxic workplaces don't just waste your time. They mess with your confidence, your sleep, your mood, and your life outside work. The goal here is simple: help you protect your energy, keep your dignity, and get through the day with less stress and fewer internal meltdowns. Whether you're staying, planning your exit, or quietly plotting your escape, you deserve tools that work.

How it helps

Feel calmer and more in control when the workplace is a mess Stop overexplaining and start setting limits people respect Say no without guilt, panic, or a multi-page essay Reduce workplace burnout by protecting your time and sanity Handle conflict, pressure, and nonsense without turning into a robot

Who it's for

Anyone stuck in a toxic workplace and trying to survive it with their sanity intact People who are tired of being ""the reliable one"" who quietly does everything Remote, hybrid, and office workers drowning in messages, meetings, and expectations Readers who want real advice that's light-hearted, blunt, and actually usable

Perfect for anyone dealing with a toxic workplace, difficult coworkers, office politics, bad bosses, or workplace burnout.
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Imprint:   Upload Makers Publishing
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 8mm
Weight:   200g
ISBN:   9781764573900
ISBN 10:   1764573900
Pages:   142
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Reviews for Things I Scream In My Head At Work: How to Survive a Toxic Workplace Without Losing Your Mind

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Funny and honest I felt seen reading this. I laughed, cringed, and nodded way too hard. It says exactly what I scream in my head at work but gives real ways to deal without blowing up or quitting on the spot. Super relatable, funny, and honestly comforting. - Seshani S. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A relatable and honest take on navigating toxic workplace dynamics A relatable and honest take on navigating toxic workplace dynamics. The author balances humor with practical insight, making it both validating and useful. It doesn't sugarcoat the stress many people experience at work, but it also offers grounded strategies for maintaining boundaries, protecting your mental health, and staying professional. An accessible read for anyone feeling overwhelmed or undervalued in their job. - Chad T. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Honest help for difficult workplaces Very Practical. The examples and scripts sound like things people would actually say, especially in work situations where it's hard to speak up. I appreciated that it doesn't assume you're already confident or in a position of power. It acknowledges how workplace dynamics and fear of being seen as difficult can affect decisions, which made it feel honest and relatable. I also liked that it doesn't promise to fix toxic environments, but instead focuses on helping you protect your mindset and respond in a healthier way while still getting through daily work. - Denise G. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's useful! I've worked in enough toxic BS work environments to know that most advice sounds great on paper but completely falls apart when you're actually sitting there, stomach in knots, trying to speak up. This book hit different. What I appreciated most is that it doesn't promise to transform your toxic workplace. It really just helps you protect your headspace and respond in a way that keeps you sane while you figure out your next move. That's not just honest, that's actually useful. - Tricia. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Helpful Scripts for a Toxic Workplace The part I liked most in the book was when the author said loyalty is fine when it goes both ways. This is important to remember in a corporate setting. There were also useful tips like moving important conversations into writing and summarizing verbal agreements in follow up emails. - Anonymous


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