Someone I don’t like has brought some snacks and food for people. Normally, I avoid the hell out of this guy hope he gets fired, but I’m trying to figure out what’s the best way to spite him.
I’m not that hungry, so its not like I want the food and it’ll help me a lot. Its just some fruits, vegetables, and juice, nothing great. Its in a conference room, so I am able to sneak in there and get some without him knowing, but somehow I feel that would be what he wants.
There’s a few things to consider: The more food that’s gone, the more he might be tempted to buy next time. Or if a lot of food remains, he’ll have to pack that up and take it home, unless he throws it all out. Then again, since he already bought it and doesn’t do it often, its not like its really hurting or helping him no matter what I do. Lastly, maybe I’ll just start eating some of my own snacks in view of him to show him that I don’t give a shit about him.
What would you guys do and what do you think I should do?
I’ve had a similar issue in the past. There’s a woman here who I can’t stand, but it’s only because she irritates the crap out of me. So when it’s her birthday and they’re passing out cake, I ask myself, should I take a piece? I worry that I’m being two-faced if I take it, so I would probably opt not to take it.
I used to take advantage of every breakroom snack opportunity; candy, chips, cookies, donuts, lumpia, pizza, you name it. It didn’t matter who brought it in, and I had about 20 extra pounds to show for it. So I made a New Year’s resolution for eating at work-- now I **only **eat healthy food that I bring in for myself. That was a couple of years ago and those 20 pounds are gone.
I don’t care if he’s won as long as he doesn’t know it.
EmilyG, he also does not like me, though he claims he just lets things roll off his back. In my interactions with him, I can tell he does not like me. I also do things I know he doesn’t like that I find hilarious, like clipping my nails while he talks to me and claiming I have to do it because of OCD
Did he indicate in any way that he doesn’t want you to eat his food? I’m sure he doesn’t care either way. Either eat it, or don’t, but don’t give two shits about it either way.
Also:
is being passive-aggressive and shows exactly that you do give a shit about him. Be the mature one in the workplace. If you don’t want to eat his food, that’s fine, but there’s no need to rub his nose in it.
I’m voting eat the food, but not for any of your reasons.
Mortal enemies are just not worth having or maintaining. You don’t have to like this person, make any sacrifices for their benefit, or even agree with any opinion they hold. Absolutely oppose them when it matters. Don’t let their presence spoil any important events.
But be civil! Enjoy some food if there’s something you like. Maybe even go so far as to say “It was generous of you to bring in some snacks. Thanks.”
At the very least, be civil because other people are watching. If I see you being a dick to other people (especially in a petty, passive-aggressive way), it’s my opinion of you that has changed and not in a good way.
Eat the food in front of him, chewing with your mouth open. Thank him for bringing your favorites while spraying him with chewed food bits.
Later, puke up the food into his chair and pee in his desk drawers.
