Maintaining healthy relationships at work is important, but what happens when a coworker crosses a boundary? This is what happened to one female coworker when her male colleague went through her purse without her permission. After feeling violated, she reported it to the company's headquarters. However, her coworkers were not supportive and instead, accused her of overreacting. Read on to find out if she was in the wrong for reporting the incident and if her coworkers' reactions were justified.
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Have you ever lent something to a coworker only for it to result in a violation of your privacy? This is exactly what happened to Reddit user u/ThrowRA-123abc when their coworker went through their purse without permission. Despite feeling shocked and disrespected, the user began to doubt themselves after their coworkers accused them of overreacting. Now, they're turning to the r/AmItheAsshole community to gain some clarity on the situation. Was it an overreaction to report the incident to the company's headquarters? Or was it a necessary step to protect their privacy and set boundaries with their coworker? Read on to find out the community's reactions and join the discussion!
Coworker violated OP's personal space, commenters discuss respect and boundaries.
Traditional_Carob_12 | Traditional_Carob_12
NTA for filing a report after coworker violated your privacy.
columbospeugeot | columbospeugeot
Respect personal boundaries at work. NTA for reporting coworker.
Specialist-Lunch-410 | Specialist-Lunch-410
Coworker violates OP's privacy - justified report filing. 🤔
stropette | stropette
NTA for reporting coworker violating privacy and boundaries.
Hungry_Ad_9048 | Hungry_Ad_9048
Privacy violation in the workplace - relatable anecdotes shared 😂
Andante79 | Andante79
Commenter expresses outrage and suspicion over coworker's invasion of privacy.
TA-Sentinels2022 | TA-Sentinels2022
Coworker violates OP's privacy by going through purse, NTA for reporting.
LeftTurnNow619 | LeftTurnNow619
Locking personal items at work is not the solution 🚫🔒
JFT8675309 | JFT8675309
Respectful coworkers make a workplace a better place 😊
Lea_R_ning | Lea_R_ning
Coworker violates privacy by using charger - NTA for reporting
Kimboleigh66 | Kimboleigh66
Privacy violation leads to entitlement and disregard for boundaries 😒
Dragonr0se | Dragonr0se
Female coworkers shouldn't judge if they won't hand over purse 👏
maroongrad | maroongrad
Privacy violation at work - NTA for reporting coworker 🚫👥
meancrochethook | meancrochethook
Don't let Martin steal your charger, you're NTA! 💪🔌
ConcievedMiss | ConcievedMiss
Why does OP prioritize male coworkers? Interesting discussion ensues.
111210111213 | 111210111213
Respect personal space 🚫👀 NTA for reporting.
peacockpumpkin | peacockpumpkin
Coworker violates privacy by going through personal items. NTA.
TheAshenDemon4 | TheAshenDemon4
Don't let your coworkers take advantage of your generosity 🤨
SleepingGalaxy | SleepingGalaxy
Setting boundaries with coworkers is important. NTA for reporting.
Kaelbaar | Kaelbaar
Coworker violated her privacy - NTA for reporting him 🚫👜
SamSpayedPI | SamSpayedPI
Respect boundaries: NTA's boss follows an unspoken rule 👍
DragonMoon668 | DragonMoon668
Respect your coworker's privacy! NTA for filing a report 🙅♀️
survival-nut | survival-nut
Respect personal space! 🚫👀 NTA for reporting coworker.
hwilliams0901 | hwilliams0901
Respect boundaries! 🙅♀️ NTA for reporting invasion of privacy.
Samisueb | Samisueb
Coworker violates privacy, NTA for filing report. Creep knows better 🚫👀
dubyadubya | dubyadubya
Coworker's theft excuses exposed - NTA for reporting him 🚨
MaybeAWalrus | MaybeAWalrus
Coworker violates privacy for a charger - NTA for reporting 📝
Rainbow_mama | Rainbow_mama
Respect for privacy is key 🔑 - NTA
Cosmic_Jinx | Cosmic_Jinx
Sarcasm alert! 😒 But seriously, NTA for protecting your privacy.
i-am-a-passenger | i-am-a-passenger
Respect privacy! 🙅♀️ NTA for filing report 🚨
Individual_Ad_9213 | Individual_Ad_9213
Coworker violates privacy and goes through purse - NTA for reporting 🚫👜
MadPiglet42 | MadPiglet42
Coworker violated her privacy - she did the right thing reporting 👍
chelsea8794 | chelsea8794
Don't let them blame you! You're not the a**hole 👏
Jazzlike-Village9159 | Jazzlike-Village9159
Coworker violates privacy, OP files report - NTA, but could've talked first 💼🚫
CandlelightIsMyLamp | CandlelightIsMyLamp
Coworker violates privacy, OP reports: NTA 👍
PizzaInteraction | PizzaInteraction
Privacy violation at work, NTA for reporting it 🙅♀️
TheMemoryLivesOn | TheMemoryLivesOn
Coworker snoops through purse, gets what he deserves. 👌
2short2anxious | 2short2anxious
Respect boundaries ✋ NTA for reporting coworker's invasion of privacy.
Low_Actuator_3532 | Low_Actuator_3532
Don't take privacy lightly. NTA for taking action 👏
GingerBelvoir | GingerBelvoir
Coworker violated privacy, NTA for reporting 🚫🔍
sluttyNerd20 | sluttyNerd20
Are your female coworkers treating you unfairly? Tell us more 🤔
Terenai | Terenai
Boundary violation vindicated 👍🏼
Simplysydney06 | Simplysydney06
Stand up for your privacy! 🛡️ NTA in this situation.
TheMostDapperdDan | TheMostDapperdDan
Assertive solution to privacy violation - NTA, shocking behavior 😱
CoffeeWithDreams89 | CoffeeWithDreams89
Purse is like a big wallet with personal hygiene items 💄
OnceUponAMidnte | OnceUponAMidnte
Setting boundaries is important, NTA 👏
Pleasant-Koala147 | Pleasant-Koala147
Respect personal boundaries! 🤚 NTA did the right thing.
Noxx_Nyxx | Noxx_Nyxx
Respecting personal space 🙅♂️ - NTA wins 👍
Cool-Reindeer-6145 | Cool-Reindeer-6145
Protect your privacy! 🛡️ NTA for filing a report.
mojo4394 | mojo4394
Protect your privacy: NTA for filing a report 👏
AMerrickanGirl | AMerrickanGirl
Coworker violates privacy by searching bag for charger - NTA
Trangile | Trangile
Coworker violated commenter's privacy by going through their backpack.
deaddlikelatin | deaddlikelatin
Respect for personal space is important. NTA 👍
HereForBadChoices | HereForBadChoices
Respect privacy! 🙅♂️ NTA for filing a report. 📝
greentea1985 | greentea1985
Coworker violated OP's privacy, OP is NTA for reporting 🚫👜
elfelettem | elfelettem
Reported coworker's privacy violation - NTA, justice served 👌
PrinceDietrich | PrinceDietrich
Addressing coworker behavior first is usually best - 👍
kn1144 | kn1144
Respect personal boundaries 💼 - Boyfriend gets it, coworker doesn't
WiseBat | WiseBat
Set boundaries and avoid being the a-hole 😎🚫
derrieredesyeuxbrune | derrieredesyeuxbrune
Coworker lies about permission for charger - NTA confirmed ✅
Trishshirt5678 | Trishshirt5678
Protect your privacy with lockable storage - 🗝️🔒
xxDoTheOppositexx | xxDoTheOppositexx
Coworker violates privacy, NTA for reporting - justice served 👍
Calm-Pause3527 | Calm-Pause3527
Standing up for yourself is important 💪
jellytime0987 | jellytime0987
Respect privacy boundaries. NTA for reporting coworker's invasion of privacy. 🔒
Scar-Lux94 | Scar-Lux94
NTA! 😱 Privacy is important in any workplace.
CakeZealousideal1820 | CakeZealousideal1820
Coworker invasion of privacy - NTA for reporting them 👍
LeoraJacquelyn | LeoraJacquelyn
Respect personal space and privacy. NTA for reporting coworker 🚫👀
TheShahOfBlah | TheShahOfBlah
Lesson learned: Don't lend anything at work. 🤫
Grumpy_Turnip | Grumpy_Turnip
Privacy invasion at work- NTA for reporting coworker 🚫👀
bobledrew | bobledrew
Respect personal boundaries. 🙅♀️
kintyre | kintyre
Respect boundaries and privacy! 🚫 NTA for reporting coworker.
Alien_lifeform_666 | Alien_lifeform_666
Protecting personal privacy is crucial 🙌
QuirkySyrup55947 | QuirkySyrup55947
Invasion of privacy - coworker crossed a line 🤔
Shoddy_Lifeguard_852 | Shoddy_Lifeguard_852
Respect boundaries! 🛍️ Don't touch what's not yours. 🙅♀️
CommunicationOdd9406 | CommunicationOdd9406
