Work: Today, it's been six months since my coworker's father passed... - FML

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By Today on the Howdy Doody show: Dealing with loss - 30/05/2017 14:00

Today, it's been six months since my coworker's father passed away, and ever since then, for some reason, he has only been communicating to others using a marionette puppet. While I do still feel sorry for him, I'm beginning to be a bit annoyed and even more concerned for his mental well being. FML

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dharmaint 15

Tuesday 30 May 2017 14:14

It should be agreed on that he needs therapy. You may have to help him get to a therapist

RichardPencil 30

Tuesday 30 May 2017 17:12

Wait. It's been SIX MONTHS and only now you're becoming annoyed with the puppet creepshow? I worry about YOUR mental well-being!

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dharmaint 15

Tuesday 30 May 2017 14:14

It should be agreed on that he needs therapy. You may have to help him get to a therapist

CantTouchThat 29

Tuesday 30 May 2017 15:02

That would be a nice gesture but they're just coworkers. We don't know how close they are outside of the work place. If OP were to even suggest it, they could be liable for harassment. If anything I would suggest going to your boss about it and hopefully they'll follow up. I understand it's for selfish reasons (because you're annoyed) but it's still nice that you want to help him.

Pixiewolfe 46

Tuesday 30 May 2017 15:11

Yes, bringing it to the Bosses' attention is better then recommending therapy yourself. Good luck with your coworkers!

Glowworm56 26

Tuesday 30 May 2017 15:03

Does he use the puppet to ask his boss for a raise?

RichardPencil 30

Tuesday 30 May 2017 17:12

Wait. It's been SIX MONTHS and only now you're becoming annoyed with the puppet creepshow? I worry about YOUR mental well-being!

Lucky O'Guin 18

Tuesday 30 May 2017 20:02

He's been watching The Beaver. Your only recourse is to cut off his puppeteering hand!

Aziraya 18

Wednesday 31 May 2017 3:21

I guess the perks of the job have a few strings attached.

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