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MarthaSo
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Thank you very much for this great advice. I will hold onto it.
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MarthaSo
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Your tone was rude in your post and you say I called you rude because of one thing when it was not because of being an over thinker . My husbands tone is far from rude when he encourages. I believe you’re mistaken to make the comparison.
Also, I have done, and will continue to do the checklist you offered, my problem, which I mentioned, is that my cheerfulness will not be genuine and I don’t know “how” not to let awful treatment bother me. Yes, I’ve offered it up and prayed every day and it stinks that those 2 things haven’t gone away. I was also saying here that this time I’d like to be stronger (while continuing to pray) because I have my baby I’m missing in addition to the reality of mean people in the workplace.
I’m aware it’s a reality as I am living it.
Thank you
Also, I have done, and will continue to do the checklist you offered, my problem, which I mentioned, is that my cheerfulness will not be genuine and I don’t know “how” not to let awful treatment bother me. Yes, I’ve offered it up and prayed every day and it stinks that those 2 things haven’t gone away. I was also saying here that this time I’d like to be stronger (while continuing to pray) because I have my baby I’m missing in addition to the reality of mean people in the workplace.
I’m aware it’s a reality as I am living it.
Thank you
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Limoncello4021
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Well, tone is a matter of opinion. If you look back at what I wrote I merely said that in my opinion you were overthinking this, you should wear what you want and do what you think best, and move on with your life. If that’s rude to you, I am sorry. It is the same advice others have given.
I do note here and in your other post that you seem sure your co workers are hostile, or angry, or unpleasant, and that they will be the same when you return. Maybe they are but try to see them in a more empathetic light, or at least make room for the Holy Spirit to act to change the situation. Try to see their virtues only, not their defects.
I do note here and in your other post that you seem sure your co workers are hostile, or angry, or unpleasant, and that they will be the same when you return. Maybe they are but try to see them in a more empathetic light, or at least make room for the Holy Spirit to act to change the situation. Try to see their virtues only, not their defects.
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MarthaSo
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Thanks, you’re right i will try and i appreciate your opinion.
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QwertyGirl
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I work in an office with a very diverse group of people. Yes, I am talking about diversity in a lot of ways, including “personality”. One piece of practical advice that is so simple…stop on your way in to the office once every few weeks and pick up a box of doughnuts for the coffee room. Put a sticky note that says something like “Happy Monday, Enjoy!- MarthaSo”
It is a small gesture and people really not only seem to appreciate it, but it allows them to see you in a different light. No, we shouldn’t need doughnuts to remind us that we are all human beings with our struggles, etc. But sometimes, because it is a nice gesture, and kind, people stop for maybe 3 or 5 seconds and think about it. It adds an extra spark of niceness to the workplace that wasn’t there. Your example may encourage others to do something similar.
Trust me. I never knew the power of the doughnut until I tried it!
It is a small gesture and people really not only seem to appreciate it, but it allows them to see you in a different light. No, we shouldn’t need doughnuts to remind us that we are all human beings with our struggles, etc. But sometimes, because it is a nice gesture, and kind, people stop for maybe 3 or 5 seconds and think about it. It adds an extra spark of niceness to the workplace that wasn’t there. Your example may encourage others to do something similar.
Trust me. I never knew the power of the doughnut until I tried it!
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