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Malcolm, the job I'm contemplating returning to has been through phases like that and it's never easy. I'm sure your gut instinct is correct. Mine was although in the end I got through that. Now I am more circumspect about that kind of thing.
posted by
Azur
on November 12, 2005 at 11:14 PM
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Thans Jacenta
No, it isn't easy but how much more rewarding?
posted by
malcolm
on November 11, 2005 at 5:50 AM
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malcolm...
Sometimes it just isn't easyis it? Best wishes.
posted by
jacentaOld
on November 11, 2005 at 5:38 AM
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Thank you everyone
For your comments. It's just so wasteful isn't it: for those looking out for the victim, potentially for the victim themselves of course and also for the persecutor. Just imagine if we all harnessed that energy for positive ends. Yes, just imagine.
posted by
malcolm
on November 11, 2005 at 5:08 AM
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Malcolm,
That's life for you. I've struggled with just that sort of thing at work and I totally relate. You ended this post on a strong note. I have learnt how to do what I do the best way I know how because as long as I am doing right, God is looking out for me.
Unfortunately, you can't help those who have lost their jobs, but take heart. It may take a while, but nasty people usually get their pay day.
posted by
word.smith
on November 10, 2005 at 7:14 PM
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Malcomb, There seems to be someone like that at every place of employment. Its too bad. It makes it difficult to even desire to go to work. I'm glad that you can rise above this pettiness and appreciate life anyway.
posted by
TAPS.
on November 10, 2005 at 5:28 PM
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Malcom
Why is it so hard for us to just "be"? At the end of the day, it's all out of our hands anyway. I enjoyed your post and hope your colleague survives the petty backbiting.
posted by
Georgia
on November 10, 2005 at 4:34 PM
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malcolm
You had a good insight into reality. What goes on in someone else's head doesn't exist, unless you share it with them.
posted by
avant-garde
on November 10, 2005 at 12:00 PM
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I've had jobs like that and it's no fun walking around on eggs shells all of the time. I'd recommend you just quit but that's not always the best solution. I've done that too.
posted by
Comedian
on November 10, 2005 at 11:39 AM
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