We often hear things like:
“Salary isn’t important… a great environment and a great boss matter more.”
But here’s the truth — if the salary isn’t good enough, how is the workplace actually good?

Yes, a positive work environment, supportive boss, and good culture matter.
But let’s not ignore the basics:
👉 Your salary pays your rent, bills, groceries — not the office environment.
👉 Deserving pay is not a bonus… it’s a core part of a healthy work culture.
Agree?

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I completely agree. A good environment is great, but it doesn’t pay the bills.

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Both are important but if your mental state gets affected, it really impacts your ability to do well in the workplace

Well, ideally I think people want both a good salary and a good environment. But that seems to be really hard to find. And if the salary is good and your mental health suffers, is the money even worth it?

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That’s my point! Mental health is so much more important and it would be unfortunate to burn out and give away to not being able to work due to a weakened mental state

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