Toxic Ties: How Destructive Politics, Workplaces and Relationships Shape Our Lives
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At first glance, these forms of toxicity may seem unrelated. An intimidating boss seems a far cry from a corrupt prime minister. A manipulative friend has little to do with an authoritarian regime. A violent partner seems to have nothing in common with an online disinformation campaign. But beneath the surface, these destructive dynamics are not at all separate.
This book argues that toxicity is best understood as a systemic condition, not as a collection of isolated incidents. Like poison spreading through water, toxic dynamics seep into the ecosystems they inhabit. A work culture based on fear and favouritism is not confined to the office; it spreads to homes, families, and communities. Corruption in politics erodes public trust and normalises dishonesty, which then seeps into business practices, educational environments, and even personal interactions.
In this sense, toxic ties are interconnected threads of the same web. They connect the personal to the political, the intimate to the institutional. When we zoom out, patterns emerge:
Abuse of power, whether at home or in parliament, thrives on secrecy and silence.
Manipulation, whether by a controlling partner or a state propaganda machine, relies on distorting reality until people lose confidence in their own judgement.
Favouritism, whether in the workplace or in government contracts, undermines justice and divides communities.
The repetition of these patterns across different domains shows us that toxicity is not random. It is structured. It is learned, transmitted and reinforced until it seems normal — until people begin to confuse abuse with leadership, intimidation with discipline, and control with love.
About the author
Artur Victoria is a trained lawyer, President of an Educational Foundation, Representative of Brazilian institutions in Europe either involved in military subjects (ADESG) - Association of Former Pupils of Brazil War School. Also is an expert in commercial and industrial areas - being the representative for Europe and Portuguese speaking countries of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of South America. He was involved on Sines project of acquisition from Brazil: https://books2read.com/u/
He is since 2006 am a researcher in geopolitics and national defence strategy and analysis.
Actually involved in a number of professional activities with the multidisciplinary benefit of several areas He worked like international partnerships having in common development and cooperation and defence.
Artur Victoria writes books, essays and articles concerning his actual activity and passed professional experience: ISBN 979-823-086-455- 4 ISBN 979-823-024-558-2 ISBN 979-822-785-984-6 ISBN 979-823-199—479-3: ISBN 979- 822-363-495-9: ISBN 979 -823-166-651-5 : ISBN 979–823 – 095 – 475 – 0: ISBN 979-23-154212-3: ISBN 979-823-049-013-5 : ISBN 978- 65 2-66 4-396 -934-8 : ISBN 978-65-266-4360-0: ISBN 978-65-266-4393-8 : ISBN 978-65-266-4398-3: ISBN 978-65-266-4396-9 : ISBN 978-989-9224-09-4 : ISBN 978-989-9155-99-2 : ISBN 978-989-9092-28-0 : ISBN 978-989-9092-23-5 : ISBN 978-989-9224-90-2
Actually gives universities lectures, conferences, and expertise assessments and referee of Frontiers.
* Skills and Expertise: Strategic studies and advise, Organizations leadership and organization management, International Business ventures and contacts, research on crimes connected with National Defence and president of several non-profit institutions.
* His experience was enriched by knowing almost the entire world and different cultures and peoples.
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Artur Alexandre Feio de Victoria Candeias
Citation name - Victoria, Artur
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