I am sure there were quite a few chuckles behind my back the day I wore this shirt. I am not known around the office, or in polite society for that matter, for my ability to contain my thoughts and opinions. Despite what some may think, I do have and am able to hold my tongue when the need arises. And for those who I have done this, you know who you are.
However, the reason for this shirt was actually opposing individual daily commentary. For instance, here's just a few I've gotten:
You look like you don't feel well?
Have you been crying, your eyes are puffy?
Well, don't you look casual today.
You're too skinny.
You should get some sun, you're too pale.
WTF people!?!
This isn't uncommon and it doesn't just happen to me. I've heard some of the rudest comments come out of people mouths, without them really realizing what they are saying or doing.
One day I got one of those "too skinny" comments and I replied with:
You are too short. You should grow a little.
It was to a friend and she did laugh...so I went on.
Actually, I have a whole list of things I think you should do. They are at my desk if you would like for me to go over them with you.
My ability to keep a straight face when posing the ridiculous is a bit unsettling. But, my dear friend got the point and did politely decline my list.
Seriously though...You would never walk up to someone and say:
Gosh, you're looking rather large today. Have you put on weight?
Loosing your hair, huh?
You alright? You look like you don't know what you're doing.
You really shouldn't wear your pants so tight.
I liked your hair better before you cut it.
The old adage, "If you don't have anything nice to say..." might be something to keep in mind. However, do one better, and sometimes just opt to keep your mouth shut.
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