AITAH for telling my coworker to stop commenting on my food?
In the quiet hum of the office break room, a small but persistent tension brews every lunchtime.
What began as harmless banter from Matt about a coworker’s food choices has slowly chipped away at her peace, turning daily meals into moments of discomfort and silent frustration.
When she finally voiced her feelings, seeking respect and a simple space to eat in peace, the reaction from others was unexpected—painting her as overly sensitive and Matt as merely friendly.
Now, caught between her own boundaries and the judgments of her colleagues, she faces the uneasy aftermath of standing up for herself.
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The original poster experienced escalating frustration due to a coworker's persistent, unso***ited comments about their daily lunch choices, leading to a direct confrontation where the boundary was explicitly set.
Considering the coworker claimed harmless intent versus the poster's need for peace, was the direct confrontation an overreaction that damaged workplace relations, or was it a necessary defense against daily, intrusive commentary?
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