I hate my ex-manager

Dear User, it sounds like you are experiencing a lot of negative emotions towards your ex-manager. It can be challenging to deal with difficult people, especially in a work environment where we are expected to be professional and get along with colleagues. It's okay to feel frustrated and angry, but it's important to find healthy ways to cope with these emotions. From a Buddhist perspective, it's important to remember that holding onto anger and resentment only harms ourselves. It's like holding onto a hot coal - it only burns us, not the other person. Instead, we can practice compassion and forgiveness towards ourselves and others. This doesn't mean we have to condone bad behavior, but we can choose to let go of the negative emotions that are causing us suffering. From a psychological perspective, it's important to acknowledge and validate our emotions. It's okay to feel angry and hurt, and it's important to express these emotions in a healthy way. This could mean talking to a trusted friend or therapist, writing in a journal, or engaging in a physical activity like running or yoga. It's also important to set boundaries and protect ourselves from further harm. This could mean avoiding contact with the ex-manager or speaking to HR if necessary. As for coaching advice, I would encourage you to focus on self-care and healing. This could mean practicing mindfulness meditation, engaging in self-care activities like taking a bath or going for a walk in nature, or seeking professional support from a therapist or coach. It's also important to focus on your own goals and aspirations, rather than dwelling on the past. By taking care of yourself and focusing on your own growth, you can move forward from this difficult situation and create a positive future for yourself.