Situation · Work

“My boss explodes over small things”

What could be going on

Sudden rage over something small: Rage far bigger than the trigger fits; check what the small thing meant to them.

Narcissistic rage: Fits if the anger follows feeling exposed, contradicted or made to look foolish.

Destructive and abusive leadership: Fits if it is repeated and targets people below them.

Displacement: Fits if outbursts follow pressure from above or problems at home.

Stress response and allostatic load: Chronic stress shortens fuses; check whether this is new and tied to a heavy period.

Amygdala hijack: Fits if they seem flooded and later regret it.

Before my boss last exploded, what was the small thing, and what pressure was on them that week?
When it starts, what does my body do, and how safe do I feel at work?