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So, back to the topic - I think the "unprofessional" thing is attitude. If my otherwise pleasant co-worker has PMS and is irritable, my first thought is not - "what a bitch!", my first thought is - "she must be having a bad day" or "ahhh, it's that time, ok, I'll just give her some space". I don't expect women, even professional women, or men for that matter, to be non-emotional robots.

 I don't really think that emotions should be brought to work. Check them at the door, it is unprofessional to unleash hell on someone because you are having your period, as some would suggest.

Also, I know some women have a more difficult time than others. There is one lady I work with that often gets teary at that time of the month. I give her space and support to get herself together before she has to deal with clients.

My concern is that if women are singled out as being unable to work because of a biological process, it may reinforce the old idea that women are not as capable as men and that they have a disability.

 

 And too many women have fought for much too long to be accepted as equals. This, to me, is a giant step backwards.

flan

 I am so sick of that equal crap.

Men and women are not, never have been and never will be equal.

Now let's not twist that into something it isnt.

Being treated equally is not the same as being equal.

Women are better at some things, and men are better at other things.

We were created different, we grow and develop different, we experience life different, and bring different skills, and abilities to the table.

That's not a bad thing. 

Maybe some are more secure in who, what they are. 

 

 So you're fine with women being paid less than men for doing the same job?

Good to know.

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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?



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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

 It's not exactly a compliment, Lily dear.

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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

Right?  Hell, I've said it myself... 



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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.



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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

Wouldn't bother me in the least... 



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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

 MOST women would agree with you. MOST women realize that acting like a professional is important.

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flan327 wrote:
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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

 MOST women would agree with you. MOST women realize that acting like a professional is important.

flan

And how many places have YOU worked, Flannie?  And aren't you always bitching about your co-workers and your boss, and how mean they are to you?  Ever think that maybe, maybe, it's you?

I've been here 20 years and HR calls me the poster child for promotion.  I started at the bottom and have worked my way to very close to the top.  Evidently, I'm a hell of a lot more professional than you...



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lilyofcourse wrote:

My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

 MOST women would agree with you. MOST women realize that acting like a professional is important.

flan

And how many places have YOU worked, Flannie?  And aren't you always bitching about your co-workers and your boss, and how mean they are to you?  Ever think that maybe, maybe, it's you?

I've been here 20 years and HR calls me the poster child for promotion.  I started at the bottom and have worked my way to very close to the top.  Evidently, I'm a hell of a lot more professional than you...

 Nobody is "mean" to me. Try again.

If you have to convince us how "professional" you, that says something.

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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

 Well there's your problem. 

It isn't professional to say things like that anyway.

A professional wouldn't say anything like that.

A professional will assess the situation and act accordingly. 

 



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flan327 wrote:
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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

 MOST women would agree with you. MOST women realize that acting like a professional is important.

flan

 As professional as a work place affair? 



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Oh, Lily, you're a gem.

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Oh, Lily, you're a gem.

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 Thank you.



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Wow. LOL. Burn!

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lilyofcourse wrote:
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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

 Well there's your problem. 

It isn't professional to say things like that anyway.

A professional wouldn't say anything like that.

A professional will assess the situation and act accordingly. 

 

 Seriously.  I haven't uttered that phrase since high school.  I see the problem is that many people you work with must not have grown up.  They are probably still embarrassed to buy tampons, and giggle in the condom aisle, too.



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flan327 wrote:
weltschmerz wrote:
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My question is, why would you care if someone said something about being on "the rag"?

"Oh, pay no attention to her. She's on the rag."

 

Not something you want to promote in the workplace.

 MOST women would agree with you. MOST women realize that acting like a professional is important.

flan

 I agree that women should not be viewed as lesser just because they have periods. I agree that acting professionally in the workplace is important.

However, I do not have a problem with the phrase "on the rag" and never have. Just not something I get worked up about.



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Wow. LOL. Burn!

 And NONE of the patrons knew what was going on.

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Oh. Well. That makes ALL the difference.

Insert eyeroll here.

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Oh. Well. That makes ALL the difference.

Insert eyeroll here.

 It's just a fact.

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Wow. LOL. Burn!

 And NONE of the patrons knew what was going on.

flan

 But your coworkers did. How does that make for a professional working relationship? 



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You have got to be completely ignorant to think no one knew.

And you have to be completely hypocritical if you think you can lecture anyone on work place professionallism.



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When you are continually "on the rag" there is no need for people even notice when you are actually on the rag. Being a bitch all the time nobody notices when you are just a bitch for no reason. If you DENY you acted differently when you had your period you are just a liar (general you of course).

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You have got to be completely ignorant to think no one knew.

And you have to be completely hypocritical if you think you can lecture anyone on work place professionallism.

 None of the PATRONS did. My statement stands.

That would also mean that YOU don't get to lecture any of us about our choices.

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Wow. LOL. Burn!

 And NONE of the patrons knew what was going on.

flan

 But your coworkers did. How does that make for a professional working relationship? 

 But, according to you, a business should be one big happy family.

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You have got to be completely ignorant to think no one knew.

And you have to be completely hypocritical if you think you can lecture anyone on work place professionallism.

 None of the PATRONS did. My statement stands.

That would also mean that YOU don't get to lecture any of us about our choices.

flan

 But your coworkers did. And thats professional? ????



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Wow. LOL. Burn!

 And NONE of the patrons knew what was going on.

flan

 But your coworkers did. How does that make for a professional working relationship? 

 But, according to you, a business should be one big happy family.

flan

 Not fvcking each other.....really??????



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You have got to be completely ignorant to think no one knew.

And you have to be completely hypocritical if you think you can lecture anyone on work place professionallism.

 None of the PATRONS did. My statement stands.

That would also mean that YOU don't get to lecture any of us about our choices.

flan

 Show me where I've lectured anyone.

 



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The delusion is strong with Flan.

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You have got to be completely ignorant to think no one knew.

And you have to be completely hypocritical if you think you can lecture anyone on work place professionallism.

 None of the PATRONS did. My statement stands.

That would also mean that YOU don't get to lecture any of us about our choices.

flan

 Show me where I've lectured anyone.

 

 I'd have to go back to the original MSN boards.

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Ohfour wrote:
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Wow. LOL. Burn!

 And NONE of the patrons knew what was going on.

flan

 But your coworkers did. How does that make for a professional working relationship? 

 But, according to you, a business should be one big happy family.

flan

 Not fvcking each other.....really??????

 

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Sleeping with the married boss is the height of unprofessionalism. So daring to lecture any woman about professionalism in the workplace for any reason is ridiculous.

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I can say that my boss is a woman and she has days of pure nasty, b!tch mode. I have no idea if it has anything to do with her hormones because it's been 13 years working for her, but I hate her. She does have some days in the month where I can literally see her trying to be decent. Trying to be nice. lol! I'm an accountant so everything is monthly for me. I have absolutely no respect for her. It's hard to look her in the eyes because I'm afraid if I do she'll see my hatred. I would love to move on but I've got a very good reason why I've stayed. I would love to leave her in the dust and one day, I will. lol!

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flan327 wrote:
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You have got to be completely ignorant to think no one knew.

And you have to be completely hypocritical if you think you can lecture anyone on work place professionallism.

 None of the PATRONS did. My statement stands.

That would also mean that YOU don't get to lecture any of us about our choices.

flan

 Show me where I've lectured anyone.

 

 I'd have to go back to the original MSN boards.

flan

 In other words, you got nothing. 



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Sleeping with the married boss is the height of unprofessionalism. So daring to lecture any woman about professionalism in the workplace for any reason is ridiculous.

 I had no idea you felt that way.

And I'll continue to post my opinions.

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