Recognizing Characteristics of Toxic Systems

Recognizing Characteristics of Toxic Systems

For much of my life and career, I found comfort in the surface narrative—moving through the motions, staying busy, and avoiding deep scrutiny. But now, as the cracks in conventional structures continue to widen, operating on autopilot and chasing distractions no longer feels like safety. Instead, I’m drawn to questioning everything and examining all perspectives, including the toxic norms that are now unraveling before us. Toxic systems are thos…