We've all heard those old-fashioned jokes about spouses being a 'ball and chain,' but what happens when someone takes it a bit too seriously? A 21-year-old employee found themselves in a situation where a new coworker, Sean, was making jokes about lying to his wife to go out for drinks. Concerned about the implications, the employee confronted Sean, asking if he was okay and if he was really not allowed out without permission. This awkward exchange left the group questioning if the employee was in the wrong for taking the joke too far. Let's dive into the story... 🤔🍻
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Happy Hour with Coworkers 🍻
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Sean's 'Ball and Chain' Joke 😅
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Concerned for Sean 😟
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Abusive Past and Worries 💔
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Asking Sean If He's Okay 😕
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Sean's Response 🤷♂️
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Pushing the Issue 🧐
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"You Know Women..." 🙄
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Conversation Shifts 🔄
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Embarrassing the New Guy? 😳
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Not Getting the 'Relatable' Part 🤨
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Cringy and Sexist Joke? 🤔
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Questioning Their Actions 🙇♂️
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Taking a Joke Too Far or Genuine Concern? 🤷♀️
So, what do you think? Was the employee out of line for taking the 'ball and chain' joke too seriously, or were they right to express concern for their new coworker's situation? It's a tricky situation, especially when personal experiences and emotions come into play. Let's see what people have to say about this awkward happy hour encounter... 🍻💬
Using innocent confusion to take down sexist and racist jokes 😍
lightwoodorchestra | lightwoodorchestra
Middle-aged coworker's sexist joke sparks age divide in comment section 😑
TypicalTeapot | TypicalTeapot
Calling out a sexist joke - NTA. But is he?
Substantial_Recipe67 | Substantial_Recipe67
Calling out sexist jokes at work - good move 💪
mckinnos | mckinnos
Calling out harmful jokes and promoting resources for abuse victims. 👏
mkhorn | mkhorn
Don't normalize toxic relationships under the guise of marriage. NTA.
Insta_Saddie | Insta_Saddie
Compassion wins. It's better to err on the side of kindness 🙌
Phreno-Logical | Phreno-Logical
Shutting down sexist jokes like a boss! 💪
hollowstars | hollowstars
Coworker's sexist 'joke' falls flat, NTA for calling him out 😱
e-elegia | e-elegia
NTA. 'Ball and chain' jokes are not funny and disrespectful 😒
princess-sauerkraut | princess-sauerkraut
Tim Robinson would be proud of this coworker's failed joke 😂
filmkritter | filmkritter
Debate over 'ball and chain' joke and marital obligations.
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Commenter shuts down sexist joke and shares relatable experience.
Finchfarmerquilts | Finchfarmerquilts
Commenter unintentionally funny while supporting NTA coworker 😂
Calmandwise | Calmandwise
Stop normalizing toxic jokes about marriage. #NTA 🚨
PurpleDot0 | PurpleDot0
Three possible scenarios, but either way, you did the right thing 👍
possibility204 | possibility204
Calling out sexist joke and childcare responsibilities. NAH vs YTA
astrobuckeye | astrobuckeye
A link to a comic about straight people. 😐
dontgetcutewithme | dontgetcutewithme
NTA genuinely calls out toxic 'joke' and wins brownie points 👏
uhno28 | uhno28
A lesson on respect in relationships, but is 'checking in' necessary? 🤔
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Supportive comment encourages empathy towards coworker in abusive situation 👍
Final_Commission4160 | Final_Commission4160
Quick thinking and alertness saved the day! 👏
Decent_Ad6389 | Decent_Ad6389
Fighting against toxic workplace culture, shutting down sexist jokes 💪
YamaChampion | YamaChampion
Handling unfunny jokes like a pro 😎
bishkebab | bishkebab
Standing up against sexism, NTA comment sets a great example! 💪
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Sexist 'joke' perpetuates harmful stereotypes about marriage and relationships. NTA.
Raevyne | Raevyne
Defending against a sexist joke, NTA for calling it out 💪
ConsistentCheesecake | ConsistentCheesecake
Perfect response to cringey and sexist 'joke' 😊
JennaLS | JennaLS
Calling out regressive humor earns NTA commenter praise 👏
CatTaxAuditor | CatTaxAuditor
NTA. Married people deserve a social life too 😎
Agreeable-Asparagus | Agreeable-Asparagus
Commenter defends women and calls out sexist coworker 💪
ViolasDIL | ViolasDIL
Insightful comment on the 'ball and chain' joke phenomenon 😍
joljenni1717 | joljenni1717
Victory for equality! Commenter shuts down sexist coworker's joke 💪
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Calling out toxic masculinity in the workplace 💪
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Standing up against sexist jokes, NTA wins the day 💪
Anubis-Hound | Anubis-Hound
Breaking the stereotype: Men can be victims of abuse too 🚨
MotherofJackals | MotherofJackals
Misunderstood joke leads to awkward situation, NTA suggests apology.
Nesterminator | Nesterminator
Understanding sarcasm can be tricky, even for the best.
earthtoeveryoneX | earthtoeveryoneX
Don't be afraid to challenge harmful 'cultural contexts' 💪
kgberton | kgberton
Promoting unhealthy relationship ideals? Not funny. NTA.
Ace_In_The_Whole1776 | Ace_In_The_Whole1776
Buried! NTA shuts down inappropriate joke 👍
twiggy572 | twiggy572
Bro-itude alert! NTA coworker shuts down inappropriate joke 🙌
SwiggyBloodlust | SwiggyBloodlust
Outdated sexist jokes have no place in the workplace 😑
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Perfect response to sexist joke shuts down coworker's behavior 💪
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Commenter praises OP for not changing and being amazing 😍
Oracle5of7 | Oracle5of7
Standing up against abusive language - a job well done! 💪
TheCBDiva | TheCBDiva
Commenter defends OP and criticizes outdated joke, mentions COVID-19 concerns.
shades-of-gray312 | shades-of-gray312
Commenter finds joke funny and plans to use it. NTA.
lolatheshark | lolatheshark
NTA responds to a sexist joke with concern 😊
Libra180 | Libra180
Spouse jokes aren't funny, they're a red flag 😑
sparklesparkle5 | sparklesparkle5
Defending against harmful jokes, NTA's reaction is hilarious 😂
West-Cook | West-Cook
Combatting offensive jokes with confusion and empathy 🤷♂️
SereniaKat | SereniaKat
Standing up against toxic humor 💪
MaddiGenn | MaddiGenn
Supportive comment receives positive response. 👍
Unidentifiedten | Unidentifiedten
Supportive response to reasonable boundaries set by coworker's spouse 🙌
nagchampachampagne | nagchampachampagne
Complimented for being a mature 21-year-old after NTA comment 😊
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Making connections at work can change your life 👍
IcicleRock | IcicleRock
Empowering response to sexist joke earns NTA judgement 👏
johnnybird95 | johnnybird95
Commenter defends coworker and shuts down sexist joke with empathy 👏
liamsmum | liamsmum
Redditors discuss straight relationships and toxic behavior.
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