Toxicity Quotes

“Some people are in such utter darkness that they will burn you just to see a light. Try not to take it personally.”
― Kamand Kojouri

“Even when something is not your fault, toxic blame has no place in your life. Focus on your own empowerment and healing.”
― Bryant McGill, Simple Reminders: Inspiration for Living Your Best Life

“It is toxic. I am familiar”
― Sheena Patel, I'm a Fan

“We were burning, in which I thought meant desire, but the fire left more than scabs.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“And as he sat there alone, he knew that never again would he have any sensation of peace or contentment, that never would his days or his nights be free from anguish and bitter distress. Because of what he had seen and heard that evening he would be driven tormented to mental horror as yet unknown to him and feared, there would be no rest for him until he had crushed and hidden and made secure into eternity his own creation, possessed for ever or returned to the place from whence it came.”
― Daphne du Maurier, Julius

“Toxic leadership in academia not only damages the individuals involved but also undermines the credibility and reputation of the entire academic institution.”
― Abhysheq Shukla

“In the pursuit of academic excellence, toxic leadership drains the joy and passion out of learning, leaving behind a hollow educational experience.”
― Abhysheq Shukla

“The fight against toxic leadership in academia is a collective responsibility, requiring courage, advocacy, and a commitment to fostering a healthier academic community.”
― Abhysheq Shukla

“Academia needs leaders who inspire, empower, and nurture the next generation of scholars, not toxic individuals who instill fear and discourage innovation.”
― Abhysheq Shukla

“Academia should be a safe haven for intellectual exploration, not a breeding ground for toxic leadership that erodes confidence and stifles creativity.”
― Abhysheq Shukla

“As I watched my mental and physical health rapidly decline during a decade of working in high altitude professional astronomy, I became suspicious about the toxicity of the jobs and left the field to protect my long term health.”
― Steven Magee

“If you do not have a deficiency or toxicity that a supplement is correcting then there will be no health effects from taking the supplement.”
― Steven Magee

“People with toxic mindsets will only see toxic content on social media because the algorithm wants to satisfy their toxic minds with more toxicity.”
― Inu Etc

“There Is Power In Positivity, Stop Being Negative and Toxic”
― David Sikhosana

“If you want to understand human illness, you need to understand the biological effects of pollution.”
― Steven Magee

“In the realm of leadership, the contrast between toxicity and positivity is stark: one corrodes, the other empowers.”
― Abhysheq Shukla, The Reflection "Success or Stress" Choose Wisely

“Leadership is not about dominating others, but about illuminating their potential. Toxic leaders cast shadows, while positive leaders shine light on the path forward.”
― Abhysheq Shukla

“Charm and charisma can open doors, but it's the hidden darkness within that often seals the deal in the ruthless world of leadership.”
― Abhysheq Shukla, The Reflection "Success or Stress" Choose Wisely

“It’s hard to leave toxic relationships because you become dependent on the action of how they treat you. You depend on manipulation because the emotionally abused no longer comprehend self worth. You understand it, but your mind tells you otherwise and become afraid to leave the situation. You don’t think you’re worthy which makes you question leaving it.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“You begin to realize if you are keeping something in your life, there has to be a reason you want it there. The only question is why?”
― Brianna Wiest, The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery

“We weren’t running on fuel, we were running on fumes.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“Masochists hold on to broken people. Artists hold on to broken memories.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“It wasn’t good. It was good in the beginning and I held on to that.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“He was important. That’s the complete definition of his being. But the truth is, I’m important too. We lose ourselves in people the moment we intertwine. We justify things they do wrong and fall in love with things they do right. We justify little jabs, little words, little white lies with thinking they’re normal. They’re not. When you fall in love with someone, you want them happy. Their happiness makes you happy. That’s love. And since I was in love, I thought I was actually wrong. I would reward him when he treated me horribly. I would love him harder when he threw toxicity. It was dangerous. Vile. Absolutely terrifying that someone could make you feel so immensely cold, but so crazy in love. That’s emotional abuse.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“He called me crazy. A few times too many. To the point where I buckled thinking I was crazy. You can label me. You can yell at me. You can hurt me, but I’ll figure it out. I’ll run with the labels. I’ll run with the hurt. I’ll own it. I’ll love it. I’ll live with it knowing there was no real justification for any of it. Sticks and stones may break my bones, your words were always the hardest, but I got it. I’m here. Not there, but here. Not being, but becoming.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“The thing with toxic relationships is that the toxicity feels like fuel, and then you need it.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“We always love our abusers.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“When you’re constantly abused, you don’t understand how emotionally and mentally draining it is. You’re truly immune and it feels like you need it.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“I'm accustomed to toxicity and can’t control myself when I’m near it.”
― Dominic Riccitello

“Beware of toxic people, demonized by darkness, who blame you for their own nefarious deeds. They shift the focus, refusing to acknowledge their own triggers and wrongdoings. When they spew blame and evil, stand firm in prayer, saying 'Psalm 109:17-20' - "He loved cursing, and curses shall come upon him... let Satan stand at his right hand." Don't engage in their games; instead, pray for their deliverance and healing. The Bible warns us to beware of those who sow discord and strife, and to remove ourselves from their toxic influence. Stand strong in faith, and let God's word guide you in dealing with such individuals.”
― Shaila Touchton