Shoutout to the team lunch where everyone faked liking the vegan food

Gray Sullivan · 2026-03-02T08:21:21.488316+00:00

Fake enthusiasm at work events is obvious and hurts team spirit.

Gave yourself a headache from nodding? That's some serious commitment to the bit.

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How obvious is it when someone's forcing a smile over tofu scramble? I once nodded so hard my neck hurt... but everyone saw right through it. Now I just bring my own snacks and accept the judging looks.

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sandra2947mo ago

Tried to force down some cashew cheese at a retreat and my gag reflex almost outed me. I mean, I was nodding so hard while chewing that I think I gave myself a headache. Now I just go for the bread rolls and make a big show of being "full" early. My acting skills are worse than a daytime soap, idk why I even try. Maybe it's just me but fake cheer over weird food makes the whole room feel awkward.

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