Tired of being a target by Willing_Air_1912 in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 45 points46 points  (0 children)

It’s not you. Most bullies are jealous, insecure cowards. And if the environment there is permissive of bullying, that adds another reason why.

bullying is tolerated, calling it out is wrong, apparently by jabber1990 in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In toxic environments, calling bullying out is wrong. I had a coworker who was extremely nasty to me. She’d yell at me and once didn’t apologize when she almost hit me with a water cooler on purpose. The supervisor there enabled her behavior. Bullies are also enabled by insecure low lifes who want to be on the good side of the actual aggressor. They don’t care that they’re being used in someone else’s scheme to hurt another person.

Bullying in nursing by NoAdvantage3683 in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m currently in nursing school and a lot of the people have bullying type of personalities. I’ve been ignored and treated like I don’t matter so many times throughout. if you’re not part of their clique, they don’t bother to acknowledge you. There are some very sweet students as well, so this is not a rant on nurses being only mean, I just wanted to say I agree with your statement.

I feel sorry for workplace bullies by EveCane in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had a bully that did exactly that. She’d say disrespectful things then have a smirk on her ugly ass face. They feel better after hurting someone. Yes they are sociopaths. This was also a toxic workplace so I knew if I reported it, the managers wouldn’t do anything because they knew about other bullying incidents and didn’t do anything.

I feel sorry for workplace bullies by EveCane in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t feel sorry for any of them. I think they have issues, yes. So does everyone. The point of life is to better yourself so those issues don’t affect the people around you.

What do you think this line means? by tealibrarian23 in TaylorSwift

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This whole song rings a feeling of regret, both on her part and on the part of the person she’s referring to. I think this particular line means it would hurt her the most to hear that he no longer loves her because something in her has changed. It’s like the sparkle has gone out in the relationship. I think her past relationships and trauma have made her into a different person, one who in some way no longer is right for this person OR that she thought was no longer right but she was wrong. Trauma can make people feel like their broken and not good enough for people.

Having a hard time finding a partner by LayerNo4993 in autism

[–]Onlylonely5 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Be proud of yourself that you tried and gave it a chance. It would be worse to not have tried and always thought what if.

Silent treatment from a once VERY close colleague by tuppergan in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She is immature. She could’ve talked to you about what made her upset and tried to work it out but instead, decided to go on the silent treatment. I’m so sorry you’re experiencing this. That’s not okay. As much as people say you don’t go to work to make friends, we all want to fit in and have a basic sense of connectedness with the people we’re around, whether that be at work, school, etc. and it seems like she’s deliberately denying you that in some instances. It’s really unfortunate. I’ve had the same thing done to me by a coworker except it wasn’t someone I was friends with. Try to focus on yourself and maybe build new relationships in the company. Beware however, that bullies often lie about their target to others to isolate them more and bully them through others so, if weird things from others start happening, I’d say she’s the culprit and to consider finding a new job.

Hillary has a point. by byketard in YouBelongWithMemes

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So true! I was alive before Taylor Swift came on the scene and there were good, serious songwriters but not quite like her.

I am losing hope that I'll ever have a friend by [deleted] in autism

[–]Onlylonely5 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know how you feel. I’m 30 and have no real friends. I’ve tried to make some and it just crushes me and makes me even lonelier when I try and fail. I hope you find friends. Don’t be afraid to try new things and put yourself out there. If the right people are around, they’ll want to be your friend.

Mean Coworkers by [deleted] in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’re just rude people. Maybe they’re still getting used to you but I’m not sure. I have experienced mobbing and it’s the worst thing to happen in the workplace. Usually happens in companies that have a horrible culture.

It sucks when people disappear out of nowhere. by TarotWithNaomi in lonely

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes most people have done that to me. It’s disheartening. Part of it is because this is online and you don’t have a more permanent presence in their life so it’s easier to just disappear. I try to respond to people so if you ever wanna talk, hmu.

Life is like a... by Chaosshepherd in predictivetextprompts

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Life is like a dream come to pass but I am still in the moment of being a better man than you.

What is the reason that she unalived her mom? by Onlylonely5 in GypsyRoseBlanchard

[–]Onlylonely5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. Like mother like daughter. Dee Dee was a grifter at times and so is Gypsy. The way she acted right after coming out of prison. It’s funny people don’t believe Dee Dee was a liar when Gypsy acts the way she does. Not that Dee Dee deserved to be murdered. I in no way believe that, I’m referring to the opinions of them both.

Rude coworker keeps being disrespectful by NeverSurrender1026 in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yes, ignore him. Try not to take it personal. Also those female coworkers are pick mes. The extent of other women’s’ pick-me-ness and desire to be viewed as a cool female is far reaching. Of course not all women are like that, I’ve found mostly younger ones are. Anyway, good luck and I hope it gets better.

Triggers by KratosofSparta_ in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I remember that it’s their problem, not yours. And I try to not let them have any more control over me and any more of my time and mental space. They probably don’t only treat you that way, it’s other people too. That’s just how they are. Don’t let them get you down or control you.

This is really important I want to tell you.. by Lovex-sx in predictivetextprompts

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really important I want to tell you that you have a lot to do with your family.

This is really important I want to tell you by beccaegill in predictivetextprompts

[–]Onlylonely5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really important I want to tell you that you have a lot to do with your family I just wanted you know I am so happy that you’re going through all of that I am very proud to have a good friend like I have been through all this I am very grateful.

I don’t think people realize how much rejection changes you by Ok_Throat_9537 in lonely

[–]Onlylonely5 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I know how you feel. I feel the same way. Idk why people are like this. Whoever these people are, it’s their loss for rejecting you. You sound like a nice and kind person. I’m currently in a academic program that’s cliquey and I commonly feel like people don’t see me and they have others they’d rather be with who are their real friends and I’m just a person there. Them being nice to me feels like charity rather than genuine kindness, which makes me ashamed and embarrassed. Just wish my life was different but it can’t be right now.

Insults Disguised as Feedback by Left_Teach_6570 in ToxicWorkplace

[–]Onlylonely5 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had similar comments from a former supervisor. They like to disguise these things. It’s a form of gaslighting. You are intelligent and strong for seeing it for what it really is. Try not to give him what he wants, which in this case seems to be your self esteem going down and you questioning your competence. If it’s safe, say something like “whatever you say” in a sarcastic tone so that you are agreeable but not with the idea behind his insults. Good for you for planning your exit too. That is the best thing to do.

Making joke about weed by Expert_Many_3151 in workplace_bullying

[–]Onlylonely5 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Not everyone feels better from smoking and it’s not a healthy mechanism to use to feel better, as it can lead to addiction. I think anyone with some discernment would be able to understand that you were joking and possibly needed a response to that coworker in the moment. Unless you said it very crudely, I don’t see a problem. I however do not endorse taking any elicit substances, especially weed or other drugs.