working a corporate job made me ugly

How a Toxic Job Affected Her

The speaker reflects on how a toxic corporate job affected her appearance, health, mood, and relationships. Burnout left her too exhausted to exercise, while anxiety sometimes led her to eat more. She also stopped putting effort into her hair and clothes, felt less confident, and became less interested in going out.

She describes a cycle in which unhappiness at work contributed to neglecting herself, which then made her feel worse. She often came home angry and irritable and noticed that work was affecting her partner and her ability to enjoy everyday life.

Looking back, she says a job can make someone feel ungrateful or pessimistic, but wanting a better situation does not mean dismissing what one already has.

Key Takeaways

• Notice when work interferes with basic self-care, physical or mental health, time at home, or relationships.
• If a job is unpleasant but not toxic, consider making an exit plan or improving life outside work—for example, by seeing friends and family or finding a hobby.
• If a workplace is toxic and seriously harming your well-being, consider leaving or taking steps toward a different situation. The speaker presents this as her personal view, not professional career advice.
• After quitting her corporate job without a backup plan, she found unemployment financially difficult. However, it gave her time to return to the gym, eat healthier, see friends, and reconnect with her partner.
• She now works full time in a job she says is not toxic, though it does not align with her long-term goals. She is taking steps toward a better-fitting career.

About Her Videos

The speaker describes her videos as a personal “digital diary” and a way to connect with people who are also figuring things out, rather than as a source of expert advice.

Notable Mentions

A gym and gym membership; Uggs, black hoodies, and leggings as examples of her work clothes; speaker Amanda Britney.