“Shocking Discovery: Partner’s Scandalous Sauna Snap with ‘Work Spouse’ Sparks Jealousy and Chaos!”
In the hustle and bustle of our 9 to 5 grind, it’s no wonder we forge bonds with our coworkers that can blur the lines between friendship and something a bit more… complicated. I mean, who doesn’t love the idea of having a “work spouse”—that go-to person for coffee breaks and office gossip? But what happens when those close ties take a steamy turn? Picture this: you stumble upon a rather revealing picture of your significant other and their work “spouse” caught in a sauna moment! What an eyebrow-raising predicament! Would you brush it off as harmless office camaraderie or do you feel a pang of jealousy lurking in the shadows? In this article, we dive deep into the complexities of workplace relationships and explore the fine line between friendly and flirty, with expert insights hoping to untangle the emotional messiness that ensues. So strap in, folks! You’re in for a wild ride filled with heart-thumping revelations and advice that might just save your relationship! LEARN MORE
Many people spend a lot of time at the office. So it’s only natural that a few bonds will be formed, whether they’re romantic or platonic relationships. Some even have a work wife or husband. A special someone who has become their ride-or-die from 9-5. This person is usually just a close friend and colleague. But there are times when the lines get blurred. And things get messy.
Like when one person found a half-naked pic of their partner in a sauna with an alleged “work spouse.” The partner was meant to be on a work retreat but meta data doesn’t lie. Even when people do. The person is now “freaking the F out,” especially since their partner is denying doing anything wrong. They want to know whether this behavior is normal or if there’s serious cause for concern. Bored Panda spoke to etiquette expert Rosalinda Randall for her take on the matter. Randall has loads of experience when it comes to how colleagues should conduct themselves around each other.
There’s nothing wrong with having special bonds with the people we work with
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But one person might have taken it too far by snapping a steamy photo with a “work spouse” while their partner was none the wiser
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“My bed is not big enough for two wives”: an expert gives their honest opinion
Rosalinda Randall makes a living teaching people how to conduct themselves in the workplace. The etiquette expert and author of “Don’t Burp In The Boardroom” told Bored Panda she’s not surprised at all that the sauna photograph has raised red flags. But before delving deeper into the situation, we wanted to know more about the term “work spouse” and where it comes from.
Randall told us that the modern origin is believed to have been made popular by a journalist named David Owen when he wrote an article for the Atlantic entitled “Work Marriage.”
She says it’s now known as the platonic intimacy developed between colleagues, typically between a male and female. “However, the term ‘wifey’ has been used when two females develop a close work relationship,” added the expert.
Randall warns, though, that from a Human Resource perspective, “the term alone, much less the connotation, can lead to an infraction” and can open the door to serious charges should one of the “work spouses” become displeased.
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So when is it okay to have a “work spouse” and where should you draw the line?
“For some, merely using the term is crossing the line,” says Randall. “Defining when something in a relationship crosses the line is decided by the couple,” adds the expert. “Naturally, when the definitions are opposing, compromise and action to ease their partner’s mind is essential for a satisfactory resolution.”
We asked Randall flat-out whether she believes the partner’s story or if there’s something fishy going on. “My gut says, something’s up between the partner and ‘J,’” said the expert. “For me, the reason is clear. And that is the lack of discussion. Their standard staunch reply, ‘you’re paranoid‘ and lack of concern to ease your mind. Why are they opposed to calmly providing you with more details? Uh-uh, guilty!”
She says, considering the circumstances, especially the late-night text exchanges with the colleague, she too would be concerned—if not alarmed. “My bed is not big enough for two wives,” Randall quipped bluntly.
With regards to the person raising the issue of cultural differences, Randall says those are real. “Initially, when we’re in a new relationship or younger, we don’t think about them. As we become nostalgic or in a long-term relationship, some of our childhood ways or beliefs begin to surface,” she explained.
“If either partner is not open to accepting or permitting these beliefs, the differences will become obstacles to a happy relationship. If we push our beliefs or practices as the only way, the relationship be in constant turmoil or end.” However, Randall stressed that the trait of being jealous or suspicious has no cultural boundaries. Perhaps it’s influenced by our surroundings, she says, but it’s an individual trait.
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