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Anonymous
07/10/18 at 3:05PM UTC
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How do I develop empathy for a coworker who truly annoys me?

I find myself avoiding one person as much as possible and I know this is just making the situation worse. How do I spark curiosity vs. anonymity?

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Anonymous
07/14/18 at 3:46AM UTC
i don’t think there is anything wrong w avoiding the person that annoys you at work. UNLESS you have to work with them. I think in that case, you can just be professional and not make extra chit chats
Anonymous
07/11/18 at 2:24AM UTC
Maybe you could approach this as a challenge, and try to identify the areas where you both have common interests? In my mind, it’s worth it to build the relationship rather than allow it to be strained... invite them for a cup of coffee and tell them you would really like to know them better... they may be flattered, they may not, but even if they say no, you have put in the effort to try to remedy the situation. Take the high road.
Anonymous
07/11/18 at 2:18AM UTC
is it possible they are just as annoyed by you? I am not saying you’re annoying, but maybe they are avoiding you as much as you are avoiding them?
Anonymous
07/10/18 at 7:51PM UTC
I don't see why you need to really get involved with someone who annoys you. Is there a reason you think that's necessary?

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