Surviving Bully Culture - Navigating Workplace Bullying - Andy Regal : 192

What happens when the workplace that’s supposed to give you purpose, confidence, and a sense of identity becomes the very place that breaks you down? Workplace bullying doesn't always look like shouting, threats, or obvious harassment. Sometimes it's subtle, persistent, and even legal—yet its impact on our health, confidence, and self-worth can be devastating. In this episode, I welcome Andrew (Andy) Regal, a television executive and producer with over 25 years of experience in New York, shares his personal journey through workplace bullying and the lessons he learned about power, self-worth, and finding his voice again. For years, Andy didn't recognize that he was being bullied. Like many high achievers, he believed that working harder, doing everything right, and proving his value would eventually change how he was treated. Instead, he found himself caught in a cycle of self-doubt and escalating mistreatment. In his book SURVIVING BULLY CULTURE, Andy draws on his own experiences and the stories of others who have faced similar struggles. His goal is to bring awareness to an often-overlooked problem and help people recognize what may be happening to them before it takes a lasting toll. Together, we explore: Recognizing workplace bullying: How to distinguish difficult management from repeated mistreatment and understand the power imbalance behind it. The trap of trying harder: Why high performers often blame themselves and believe that doing everything right guarantees fair treatment. The uncomfortable truth about HR: Why reporting bullying can sometimes make things worse, and why workplace bullying isn't necessarily illegal in the United States. The journey toward healing: Andy's six tenets for coping, rebuilding confidence, and reclaiming your identity. Creating healthier workplaces: Why psychological safety, accountability, and responsible leadership matter for both employees and organizations. Andy's story is about more than surviving a toxic workplace. It's about recognizing when something isn't right, understanding that mistreatment doesn't define your worth, and finding the courage to reclaim your voice. Whether you've experienced workplace bullying, witnessed it, or simply wondered why some workplaces leave people feeling diminished, this conversation offers insight, understanding, and hope. Because sometimes the first step toward healing is realizing that what you've been experiencing has a name. Let's enjoy his story! https://andyregal.com/ Send BEHAS a text. Support the show To Share - Connect & Relate: Share Your Thoughts and Shape the Show! Tell me what you love about the podcast and what you want to hear more about. Please email me at [email protected] and be part of the conversation! To be on the show  Podmatch Profile   Ordinary people, extraordinary experiences - Real voices, real moments - ​Human connection through stories - Live true storytelling podcast - Confessions - First person emotional narratives - Unscripted Life Stories. Thank you for listening - Hasta Pronto!