Use "BF23" for 30% off all SHIFT Courses this week! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Ever felt tangled in the web of a toxic gym environment? We've been there too! We're your hosts, Dave and Eva, and this episode is the survival guide you've been waiting for. We dissect the murky waters of gym gossip, touchy conversations, and hostile gym cultures. Plunge into our experiences as we share advice on confronting toxic gym owners, handling rumors, and surviving in a negative space.  Be prepared for some harsh realities as we move from the gym floor to the office. We break down the essentials of handling touchy conversations in the workplace, and the unspoken art of separating emotions from facts. We share tips on empathetic communication and understanding a leader's intent versus impact. If you're feeling stuck in a toxic gym culture, we offer a lifeline - when you should consider a new environment for the sake of your well-being.  As we close, you'll join us in the challenging arena of managing a teenage staff in gyms. Be armed with strategies for setting clear guidelines, fostering team unity, and firing up motivation. We emphasize the golden rule of empathy and its importance in sports, and share our experiences in dealing with difficult gym members. Whether you're an athlete, a coach, or a parent, this episode promises to equip you with the tools to navigate the often thorny world of gymnastics. Tune in, and let's build a healthier, more positive gymnastics community together. Use "BF23" at checkout to get 30% off all SHIFT productshttps://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below! https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here! https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/