It is probably fair to say there is a fair amount of disillusionment and complaining at my work at the moment.
I remember reading a few years ago now in "How to Win Friends and Influence People" (I think, it was a while ago!) that it is generally a bad idea to be seen to complain or criticise others behind their back. The listener actually associates the negative points being complained about in another person with the person telling them. So if you want others to have a positive view of you, stay away from the gossip!
I have tried to that and been reasonably successful but at the moment everyone seems to be moaning about everyone else. It is not a great time. Nobody seems grateful we have secure, reasonably well paid jobs.
Things I am grateful for
1. I have a job I really enjoy despite all the complaining.
2. My departmental colleagues are really nice people and we rarely have a disagreement.
3. I managed 30 minutes training on the bike today and feel so much better for it.
Cheers
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