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How to Handle a Boss Who Hires You as Their Therapist
Lucas and Luna explore the tricky dynamic of a boss who treats you like their personal therapist—venting about personal problems, oversharing marital struggles, and leaning on you for emotional support. They break down why this happens, using the case of a marketing manager at a mid-size tech firm who endured 90-minute monologues about her boss's divorce. The hosts offer three concrete strategies: how to set a conversational boundary without damaging the relationship, how to redirect to work topics, and when to escalate to HR. They also discuss the difference between a supportive team…
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