“I won't engage in small talk about my work life”

Item: I won't engage in small talk about my work life
Rating: 2
Author: u/jayjoanya

What Actually Happened

I got annoyed with financially privileged gym members commenting on my work schedule

What I wish I knew

"Their comments were hurtful and ignorant of my financial struggles"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Don't engage with strangers who make insensitive comments about your work life"

Regret Index

8/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

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