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07-03-2008, 04:53 PM
I finally found a job where it is myself and 1 co-worker. The problem is the co-worker. Ever since I started he's been trying to break me down every day by grouping with 'his' type of people (some of our clients). Personally, you know how it is with meds, therapy, temporary relationships, etc. I have generalized anxiety, ADD & ADHD, clinically depressed and anger issues - yeah, I'm in therapy...again. My dad self-medicated all his life. I'm trying to stand up to it. It's tough enough dealing with it.
But my problem is this little guy at work...
He walks by my office, threatens to kill me and take my power (don't have much left). He mocks me in front of clients, but only when he's in a group (bully). By himself he comes across as best friends (coward). He knows he can take advantage of me because I admitted that I'm dealing with anger and depression. I'm also the type to hold anger in, rather than go to jail for assault. All he does is double-talk about suicide, craziness and any other weakness he feels 'gets' to me. I've been a witness to this before, but remained uninvolved. Now, I'm the target. How much do I tolerate? I know he's trying to get me to quit or provoke me. The thing is, once provoked, it's too late. I can't afford to quit or take another socially isolating job. Oh yeah, he's my boss. Anyone been in this situation? Was there a labor board or community service involved? Did you just run? Or endure. He's beyond reason. Any help appreciated.
But my problem is this little guy at work...
He walks by my office, threatens to kill me and take my power (don't have much left). He mocks me in front of clients, but only when he's in a group (bully). By himself he comes across as best friends (coward). He knows he can take advantage of me because I admitted that I'm dealing with anger and depression. I'm also the type to hold anger in, rather than go to jail for assault. All he does is double-talk about suicide, craziness and any other weakness he feels 'gets' to me. I've been a witness to this before, but remained uninvolved. Now, I'm the target. How much do I tolerate? I know he's trying to get me to quit or provoke me. The thing is, once provoked, it's too late. I can't afford to quit or take another socially isolating job. Oh yeah, he's my boss. Anyone been in this situation? Was there a labor board or community service involved? Did you just run? Or endure. He's beyond reason. Any help appreciated.