To Smell or Not To Smell
The story
at my workplace there is a rule about smells.
if you smell offensive to anyone it's apparently a crime.
now.... I know what you're thinking: "oh god.. why? just take a shower!" ..no, I'm talking about smelling TOO good.
apparently...
if you have a shampoo or conditioner with fragrance.
if you have an air freshener in your car that gets on your clothes or the air freshener is in your closet and gets in your clothes.
if you use an overly fragrant laundry detergent or fabric softener.
if you use those laundry beads or sheets.
if you have a perfume/cologne, or a body spray.
if you brush your teeth or chew gum in the vicinity of another person and you happen to breathe on them for whatever reason.
...those are all no-no's, very bad. if someone complains on you several times you can be sent home or written up.
on the other hand..... it's PERFECTLY ok to smell "natural"
if you fart all day long.
if you burp non stop.
if you smell like alcohol or cigarettes.
if your teeth are rotting.
if you brought an 'exotic' lunch.
if you don't shower.
if you constantly sweat.
if you wear a diaper or a bag and do not change it.
if you are against wiping yourself in the bathroom.
if you don't wash you clothes but instead only rinse them with water.
if you have pungent foot odor.
if for whatever reason you save your pee/poop in a bag, jar or can.
or... any other "natural smell" that may offend another person.
that is all allowed. no one will say anything to you if you are a "natural" smelling person even if someone else, or multiple people, complain about how much it offends them. in fact if you do complain about a "natural smell" in your area that doesn't go away like a fart or burp and it is actually a smell coming from a living person... management will tell you "if it bothers you so much and you feel ill or nauseous then take your time and go home." management won't even let the "natural" person know because it's against the rules to possibly embarrass or shame a person's existence. if the "natural" person does or does not practice hygiene that is a workplace issue BUT since it is a natural smell, THEIR smell, it is seen as an extreme type of body shaming. that is against the rules. so the only ones that get in trouble are the "unnatural" or artificial smelling people or people that use such products.
What do you think?
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Wow... This is just mind-blowing!!! 🤯 It's kinda crazy how smelling "too good" can get you into trouble at work, but hey, if you reek like last week's garbage, you're totally in the clear. What a world, am I right???? 😉 It's honestly kinda laughable... The natural smells are all good, but toss on a little cologne and you're public enemy number one?!? That's just nuts. 😂 I mean, shouldn't we all be wanting to make the workplace an aromatic wonderland rather than a stinky disaster??? No lie, seems like the rules got twisted up real bad here..... but, you know what, such is life these days... Go figure..
It’s so weird 😦
The focus on preventing "artificial" scents, such as those derived from "perfumes" or scented "detergents," could indeed mitigate some sensitivities. However, allowing "natural" odors, like "cigarette smoke" or "strong body odor," poses questions about workplace "wellness" and "hygiene." It's a tad perplexing. 🤔 The policy seems inconsistent, potentially fostering discomfort. The balance between personal freedom and community "comfort" is crucial, yet complex. Further examination and adaptation may be advisable for creating a truly "inclusive" and pleasant working environment....