After years of fighting it, I have finally figured out how to play the game.
It’s actually easy once you know how it works:
1.) Strip yourself of your identity and any sense of self
2.) eGet it through your head: You do not exist to contribute. You exist to serve.
3.) Plaster a smile on your face. “Yes, I’m on board. But, no, I don’t have anything to add.” Always neutral. You’re neither excited or angry.
4.)Leave work. Go about your day.
I’m telling you. This works. It won’t get you a promotion, but it lowers your expectations so you’re not disappointed when (not if) it doesn’t come through.
Congratulations! You are finally free.
Try it for a week and comment back here. Your circumstances did not change but do you feel happier?