Coworker Called Redditor Arrogant For Not Not Answering To A Nickname She Doesn’t Like

Names can shape who we are as individuals.

The power of names and nicknames in shaping one’s personality is frequently underestimated. Whether we are given a name at birth or develop nicknames throughout our lives, they can have a significant impact on our self-perception, social interactions, and overall sense of identity. Furthermore, the way we feel about our own name or nickname can influence our self-esteem and how we present ourselves to others. I’m sure anyone would be upset if someone kept calling them the wrong name on purpose. The same can be said of people who find it amusing to butcher someone’s name or nickname. After all, as we grow older, we might be stuck with a name that we dislike, and instead of changing it, many people tend to find comfort in creating a nickname for themselves that they like.

So, while it may not seem like a big deal, addressing someone by their preferred name can have a significant impact. And it doesn’t take much on our part to comply with this small request. In fact, using someone’s preferred name demonstrates basic respect and consideration for their identity. It shows that we value their uniqueness and are willing to make a small effort to make them feel seen and acknowledged. Finally, using someone’s correct name is a simple but effective way to build positive relationships and create a more inclusive environment. However, some people do not appear to think in this way.

Scroll down to see what happened when a new coworker refused to treat OP with basic courtesy.

Source: Reddit

Nicknames are more important than we think.

 

The reason the OP put this on Reddit is quite simple.

 

But we first need to understand the background on how or why this started.

 

Things were going well at the workplace until a new hire came in.

 

She was immediately adamant about changing OP’s nickname.

 

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She continued to be stubborn, but nothing worked.

 

By now, her behaviour was getting childish.

 

However, one day things came to a head.

 

Everyone was annoyed by this continued obsession.

 

Megan, however, was pissed at OP and blamed her.

 

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And that is how the OP ended up on Reddit, asking about whether she was right or wrong.

 

This is a little summary for people who didn’t want to read the full story.

 

I honestly don’t understand why she used the incorrect nickname and was so adamant about it. If it was supposed to be a ‘joke’, it wasn’t very funny, and she went too far. However, I believe she was simply bullying OP or trying to demonstrate her power. I cannot think of another reason for such childish behaviour. And I don’t think that OP did anything wrong.

After all, I doubt many people would respond if they were addressed by the wrong name. I used to get annoyed when people mispronounced my name, and they would always say how much easier it would have been if I had changed it. So I believe the new coworker got what she deserved.

People in the comments were gobsmacked by this behaviour as well.

 

And some even called it bullying.

 

That is my question as well. Why?

 

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If she is doing this, she is dumber than I thought.

 

She was warned many times.

 

OP also replied, saying that Megan might have wanted to be her friend, which is even weirder.

 

OP’s friend is also not making any sense in this instance.

 

But she apparently has her own reasons.

 

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What are your thoughts about this work drama? Do you think the original poster should have just sucked it up and not made a big deal? Or do you think the coworker deserved to be written up? What would you have done in this scenario? Comment below to let us know, and remember to share this post with your friends so they can share their own similar experiences.